The Stranger from Texas (1939): cast, story & where to watch
1939 · Film
Released in 1939, The Stranger from Texas is a western film directed by Sam Nelson. “GUN BATTLES FLARE! MELODY'S IN THE AIR!” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. Things get under way when US marshal Tom (Starrett) finds himself in the midst of a range war. The villains are a band of rustlers who play both sides of the confrontation against one another, the better to move in and claim all the livestock.
Who’s in it. The Stranger from Texas stars Charles Starrett as Tom Murdock posing as Tom Morgan, Lorna Gray as Jean Browning, Richard Fiske as Ned Browning and Dick Curtis as Bat Stringer, among others.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Stranger from Texas page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Stranger from Texas 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 Stranger from Texas (1939)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Stranger from Texas change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Who stars in The Stranger from Texas?
- The Stranger from Texas stars Charles Starrett, Lorna Gray, Richard Fiske, Dick Curtis and Edmund Cobb.
- When was The Stranger from Texas released?
- The Stranger from Texas was released in 1939.