The Parson and the Outlaw (1957): cast, story & where to watch
1957 · Film · ★ 3.8
Released in 1957, The Parson and the Outlaw is a western film directed by Oliver Drake, running about 71 minutes. “The untold story of Billy the Kid...THE ONLY MAN WHO COULD OUTDRAW JESSE JAMES!” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. Billy the Kid fakes his own death at the hands of Pat Garret, but is forced to come out of hiding to stop a ruthless cattle baron from destroying a small frontier community.
Who’s in it. The Parson and the Outlaw stars Anthony Dexter as Billy the Kid, Sonny Tufts as Jack Slade, Marie Windsor as Tonya and Charles 'Buddy' Rogers as Jericho Jones, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 3.8/10, The Parson and the Outlaw has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Parson and the Outlaw page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Parson and the Outlaw 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 Parson and the Outlaw (1957)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Parson and the Outlaw change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Parson and the Outlaw worth watching?
- The Parson and the Outlaw holds an audience score of 3.8 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 Parson and the Outlaw?
- The Parson and the Outlaw stars Anthony Dexter, Sonny Tufts, Marie Windsor, Charles 'Buddy' Rogers and Jean Parker.
- When was The Parson and the Outlaw released?
- The Parson and the Outlaw was released in 1957, with a runtime of about 71 minutes.