Man or Gun (1958): cast, story & where to watch
1958 · Film · ★ 2
Released in 1958, Man or Gun is an action and western film directed by Albert C. Gannaway, running about 79 minutes. “SHOOT-OUT After SHOOT-OUT! No man could be that good...IT HAD TO BE THE GUN!” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. Gun-slinging drifter "Maybe" Smith's Colt .44 pistol and shooting skills are put to the test shortly after his arrival in the New Mexico frontier town of Dusty Flats. After outdrawing wanted outlaw Buckstorm Corley in the saloon, Smith finds himself up against the entire corrupt Corley clan -- who've been running roughshod over the fearful townsfolk for years.
Who’s in it. Man or Gun stars Macdonald Carey as 'Maybe' Smith / Scott Yancey, Audrey Totter as Fran Dare, James Craig as Pinch Corley and James Gleason as Sheriff Jim Jackson, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 2.0/10, Man or Gun has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Man or Gun page.
If you liked it. Fans of Man or Gun tend to enjoy The Dark Knight, The Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King, Inception and The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Man or Gun (1958)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Man or Gun change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Man or Gun worth watching?
- Man or Gun holds an audience score of 2.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy action and western. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Man or Gun?
- Man or Gun stars Macdonald Carey, Audrey Totter, James Craig, James Gleason and Warren Stevens.
- When was Man or Gun released?
- Man or Gun was released in 1958, with a runtime of about 79 minutes.