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The Last Wagon (1956): cast, story & where to watch

1956 · Film · ★ 6.4

The Last Wagon poster

Released in 1956, The Last Wagon is a western film directed by Delmer Daves, running about 99 minutes. “Nothing Could Stop the Last Wagon From Coming Through!” — that tagline sets the tone.

What it’s about. When a handful of settlers survive an Apache attack on their wagon train they must put their lives into the hands of Comanche Todd, a white man who has lived with the Comanches most of his life and is wanted for the murder of three men.

Who’s in it. The Last Wagon stars Richard Widmark as Comanche Todd, Felicia Farr as Jenny, Susan Kohner as Jolie Normand and Tommy Rettig as Billy, among others.

How it landed. With an audience score of 6.4/10, The Last Wagon has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.

Where to watch. In US you can rent or buy it from Amazon Video. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Last Wagon page.

If you liked it. Fans of The Last Wagon 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 Last Wagon (1956)?
In US, The Last Wagon is available to rent or buy from Amazon Video. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
Is The Last Wagon worth watching?
The Last Wagon holds an audience score of 6.4 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 Last Wagon?
The Last Wagon stars Richard Widmark, Felicia Farr, Susan Kohner, Tommy Rettig and Ray Stricklyn.
When was The Last Wagon released?
The Last Wagon was released in 1956, with a runtime of about 99 minutes.