The Good Earth

Plot Summary

China, during the rule of the Qing Dynasty. The arranged marriage between Wang Lung, a humble farmer, and O-Lan, a domestic slave, will endure the many hardships of life over the years; but the temptations of a fragile prosperity will endanger their love and the survival of their entire family.

Top Cast

Paul Muni Wang

Luise Rainer O-Lan

Walter Connolly Uncle

Tilly Losch Lotus

Charley Grapewin Old Father