Monte Walsh (1970): cast, story & where to watch
1970 · Film · ★ 6.2
Released in 1970, Monte Walsh is a western film directed by William A. Fraker, running about 99 minutes. “Monte Walsh is what the West was all about.” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. Monte Walsh is an aging cowboy facing the ending days of the Wild West era. As barbed wire and railways steadily eliminate the need for the cowboy, Monte and his friends are left with fewer and fewer options. New work opportunities are available to them, but the freedom of the open prarie is what they long for. Eventually, they all must say goodbye to the lives they knew, and try to make a new start.
Who’s in it. Monte Walsh stars Lee Marvin as Monte Walsh, Jeanne Moreau as Martine Bernard, Jack Palance as Chet Rollins and Mitchell Ryan as Shorty Austin, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.2/10, Monte Walsh 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 Monte Walsh page.
If you liked it. Fans of Monte Walsh 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 Monte Walsh (1970)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Monte Walsh change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Monte Walsh worth watching?
- Monte Walsh holds an audience score of 6.2 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy western. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Monte Walsh?
- Monte Walsh stars Lee Marvin, Jeanne Moreau, Jack Palance, Mitchell Ryan and Jim Davis.
- When was Monte Walsh released?
- Monte Walsh was released in 1970, with a runtime of about 99 minutes.