DRAMA . 1969 . 1h 47m . 6.7/10

The Learning Tree_

The story, set in Kansas during the 1920's, covers less than a year in the life of a black teenager, and documents the veritable deluge of events which force him into sudden manhood. The family relationships and enmities, the fears, frustrations and ambitions of the black teenager in small-town America are explored with a strong statement about human values.

Starring Kyle Johnson, Alex Clarke, Estelle Evans
6.7/10
Rating
1h 47m
Runtime
1969
Year
Updated Feb 16, 2026
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The story, set in Kansas during the 1920's, covers less than a year in the life of a black teenager, and documents the veritable deluge of events which force him into sudden manhood. The family relationships and enmities, the fears, frustrations and ambitions of the black teenager in small-town America are explored with a strong statement about human values.

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Cast
Kyle Johnson stars as Newt in The Learning Tree.
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Year context
The Learning Tree was released 57 years ago in 1969.
Overview
The story, set in Kansas during the 1920's, covers less than a year in the life of a black teenager, and documents the veritable deluge of events which force...
The Learning Tree is a Drama film with a runtime of 1h 47m.

DETAILS

Release
Status
Released
Runtime
107 min (1h 47m)
Country
Rating
6.7/10 (23 votes)

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is The Learning Tree about?
The story, set in Kansas during the 1920's, covers less than a year in the life of a black teenager, and documents the veritable deluge of events which force him into sudden manhood. The family relationships and enmities, the fears, frustrations and ambitions of the black teenager in small-town America are explored with a strong statement about human values.
How long is The Learning Tree?
The Learning Tree has a runtime of 107 minutes (1h 47m).
Who stars in The Learning Tree?
The cast of The Learning Tree includes Kyle Johnson, Alex Clarke, Estelle Evans, Dana Elcar, Mira Waters.
What is the rating of The Learning Tree?
The Learning Tree has a rating of 6.7 out of 10 based on 23 votes on TMDB.

GENRES (1)

Drama
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