Desert Patrol (1938): cast, story & where to watch
1938 · Film
Released in 1938, Desert Patrol is a western film directed by Sam Newfield, running about 56 minutes. “CUT-THROATS on a RAMPAGE and RANGERS CRAVING ACTION AND ROMANCE!” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. When a fellow ranger (Julian Madison) is brutally murdered, the Captain sends Dave Austin to investigate the crime, only to stumble upon a money-laundering scheme in the works. With one eye on the killer (Ted Adams), Austin tries to unravel the racket. But keeping his true identity under wraps could be a problem. Rex Lease and Marion Weldon co-star in this classic Western from prolific director Sam Newfield.
Who’s in it. Desert Patrol stars Bob Steele as Dave Austin, Marion Weldon as Jean Drury, Rex Lease as Dan Drury and Ted Adams as Apache Joe, among others.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Desert Patrol page.
If you liked it. Fans of Desert Patrol 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 Desert Patrol (1938)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Desert Patrol change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Who stars in Desert Patrol?
- Desert Patrol stars Bob Steele, Marion Weldon, Rex Lease, Ted Adams and Forrest Taylor.
- When was Desert Patrol released?
- Desert Patrol was released in 1938, with a runtime of about 56 minutes.