The Sundowners 1960

In 1920s Australia, Paddy Carmody, a free-spirited Irish sheepherder, must confront his restless nature when wife Ida and young son Sean yearn for stability. As tensions rise, Paddy's family faces a choice between the open road and a settled life, while their boarder navigates the harsh outback and the charms of a flirtatious hotel-keeper.

In 1920s Australia, Paddy Carmody, a free-spirited Irish sheepherder, must confront his restless nature when wife Ida and young son Sean yearn for stability. As tensions rise, Paddy's family faces a choice between the open road and a settled life, while their boarder navigates the harsh outback and the charms of a flirtatious hotel-keeper.

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The Sundowners does not have end credit scenes.

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82

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Discover the awards and nominations received by The Sundowners. Explore the history of The Sundowners and its cast and crew.


15th British Academy Film Awards 1962

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Best Film

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Best British Film

Deborah Kerr
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Best British Actress

Deborah Kerr

33rd Academy Awards 1961

Deborah Kerr
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Actress

Deborah Kerr
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Actress in a Supporting Role

Glynis Johns
Fred Zinnemann
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Directing

Fred Zinnemann
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Best Motion Picture

13th Directors Guild of America Awards 1961

Fred Zinnemann
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Feature Film

Fred Zinnemann

18th Golden Globe Awards 1961

Fred Zinnemann
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Best Director

Fred Zinnemann

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