The Virginian (1923): cast, story & where to watch
1923 · Film
Released in 1923, The Virginian is a western film directed by Tom Forman, running about 84 minutes.
What it’s about. Molly Wood arrives in a small western town to be the new schoolmarm. The Virginian, foreman on a local ranch, takes a shine to her, and vows that he will make her love him. The Virginian's best friend, Steve, falls in with bad guys led by Trampas. The Virginian catches them cattle rustling. As foreman, he must give the order to hang his friend. Trampas gets away and shoots the Virginian in the back. Molly nurses him to health, and falls in love with him. They plan to marry, but on their wedding day Trampas returns, looking for trouble.
Who’s in it. The Virginian stars Kenneth Harlan as The Virginian, Florence Vidor as Molly Wood, Russell Simpson as Trampas and Pat O'Malley as Steve, among others.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Virginian page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Virginian tend to enjoy The Good, the Bad and the Ugly, Django Unchained, Once Upon a Time in the West and For a Few Dollars More.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Virginian (1923)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Virginian change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Who stars in The Virginian?
- The Virginian stars Kenneth Harlan, Florence Vidor, Russell Simpson, Pat O'Malley and Raymond Hatton.
- When was The Virginian released?
- The Virginian was released in 1923, with a runtime of about 84 minutes.