Movie·1971·114 min

Sometimes a Great Notion

Name: Sometimes a Great Notion
Genre: Action, Adventure, Drama
Released: 1971-12-17
Duration: 114 min
Rating: 6.9
Cast: Paul Newman, Henry Fonda, Lee Remick, Michael Sarrazin, Richard Jaeckel

Sometimes a Great Notion is available in the US to rent or buy on 5 apps, and is not on a subscription app right now, as of October 5, 2026.

"Never give a inch" was the motto of the Stampers of Oregon. And live it they did!

6.9 / 10 · TMDB

Action Adventure Drama

Hank Stamper and his father, Henry, own and operate the family business by cutting and shipping logs in Oregon. The town is furious when they continue working despite the town going broke and the other loggers go on strike ordering the Stampers to stop, however Hank continues to push his family on cutting more trees. Hank's wife wishes he would stop and hopes that they can spend more time together. When Hank's half brother Leland comes to work for them, more trouble starts.

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