Last Stagecoach West (1957): cast, story & where to watch

Released in 1957, Last Stagecoach West is an action, adventure and western film directed by Joseph Kane, running about 67 minutes. “Bravely They Fought - Against a Wave of Lawlessness and Deadly Killers!” — that tagline sets the tone.

What it’s about. The coming of the railroad to Cedar City spells the end of the stagecoach as the government gives the mail contract to the fastest means of delivery. McCord loses the stagecoach line gambling with the new buyer, but has enough hidden money to buy a ranch and some cattle. To make more money, he starts a gang to rob the railroad, express offices and steal cattle. But the railroads send out special agent Cameron to end his reign of violence.

Who’s in it. Last Stagecoach West stars Jim Davis as Bill Cameron, Mary Castle as Louise McCord, Victor Jory as Rand McCord and Lee Van Cleef as Steve Margolies, among others.

How it landed. With an audience score of 5.0/10, Last Stagecoach West has proved divisive with audiences.

Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Last Stagecoach West page.

If you liked it. Fans of Last Stagecoach West 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.