Best Actress1957 Film Fan Awards29th Academy Awards
The Rainmaker (1956) movie poster
Best Actress Nominee

The Rainmaker (1956)

Ceremony Year: 1957Category: Best ActressReleased: 1956
Nominated Talent & Credits
Katharine Hepburn— Katharine Hepburn
Synopsis / Overview

Lizzie Curry is on the verge of becoming a hopeless old maid. Her wit and intelligence and skills as a homemaker can't make up for the fact that she's just plain plain! Even the town sheriff, File, for whom she harbors a secrect yen, won't take a chance --- until the town suffers a drought and into the lives of Lizzie and her brothers and father comes one Bill Starbuck ... profession: Rainmaker!

Historical Academy Record
ACTRESS — 29th Academy Awards (1957)

Where to Buy

Where to Watch

Current streaming and rental availability for this film.

Member Journal Notes

Film Journal reflections from verified members about The Rainmaker.

Loading Member Journal Notes...