Joe Dakota (1957): cast, story & where to watch
1957 · Film · ★ 5.5
Released in 1957, Joe Dakota is a western film directed by Richard Bartlett, running about 79 minutes. “WHY did This Town Without a Conscience...Fear This Man Without a Name? What evil did they try to hide from him?” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. A stranger rides into town and says he is looking for a local Indian. Told he left town, the truth everyone has been hiding comes out including the stranger's true identity.
Who’s in it. Joe Dakota stars Jock Mahoney as The Stranger, Luana Patten as Jody Weaver, Charles McGraw as Cal Moore and Barbara Lawrence as Myrna Weaver, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.5/10, Joe Dakota has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Joe Dakota page.
If you liked it. Fans of Joe Dakota 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 Joe Dakota (1957)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Joe Dakota change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Joe Dakota worth watching?
- Joe Dakota holds an audience score of 5.5 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy western. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Joe Dakota?
- Joe Dakota stars Jock Mahoney, Luana Patten, Charles McGraw, Barbara Lawrence and Claude Akins.
- When was Joe Dakota released?
- Joe Dakota was released in 1957, with a runtime of about 79 minutes.