The Big Sombrero (1949): cast, story & where to watch
1949 · Film · ★ 5
Released in 1949, The Big Sombrero is a western film directed by Frank McDonald, running about 82 minutes. “OUTLAWS FEAR HIM...SENORITAS CHEER HIM...when Gene streaks into action!” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. Gene is hired to be foreman of the Big Sombrero ranch by Jim Garland, who is handling all the business affairs of the owner, Estrellita Estrada, who is more interested in going to America than taking care of her Mexican holdings. Gene, discovering Garland's plan to run all the Mexican rancheros off the ranch, turns against his boss and shortly finds himself in the middle of cattle stampedes and an avalanche started by Garland's men.
Who’s in it. The Big Sombrero stars Gene Autry as Gene Autry, Champion as Gene's Horse, Elena Verdugo as Estrellita Estrada and Stephen Dunne as Jimmy Garland, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.0/10, The Big Sombrero has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. In US you can stream it on Amazon Prime Video, Amazon Prime Video with Ads, Shout! Factory Amazon Channel and Artiflix and rent or buy it from Amazon Video. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Big Sombrero page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Big Sombrero 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 Big Sombrero (1949)?
- In US, The Big Sombrero is available to stream on Amazon Prime Video, Amazon Prime Video with Ads and Shout! Factory Amazon Channel, and rent or buy from Amazon Video. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
- Is The Big Sombrero worth watching?
- The Big Sombrero holds an audience score of 5.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy western. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Big Sombrero?
- The Big Sombrero stars Gene Autry, Champion, Elena Verdugo, Stephen Dunne and George J. Lewis.
- When was The Big Sombrero released?
- The Big Sombrero was released in 1949, with a runtime of about 82 minutes.