The Houston Story (1956): cast, story & where to watch
1956 · Film · ★ 5.4
Released in 1956, The Houston Story is a drama and crime film directed by William Castle, running about 79 minutes. “Terror Over Texas!” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. A Texas oil driller schemes to steal millions of dollars in oil.
Who’s in it. The Houston Story stars Gene Barry as Frank Duncan, Barbara Hale as Zoe Crane, Edward Arnold as Paul Atlas and Paul Richards as Gordon Shay, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.4/10, The Houston Story has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. In US you can stream it on fuboTV. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Houston Story page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Houston Story tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Houston Story (1956)?
- In US, The Houston Story is available to stream on fuboTV. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
- Is The Houston Story worth watching?
- The Houston Story holds an audience score of 5.4 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama and crime. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Houston Story?
- The Houston Story stars Gene Barry, Barbara Hale, Edward Arnold, Paul Richards and Jeanne Cooper.
- When was The Houston Story released?
- The Houston Story was released in 1956, with a runtime of about 79 minutes.