The Silver Whip (1953): cast, story & where to watch

1953 · Film · ★ 6.5

The Silver Whip poster

Released in 1953, The Silver Whip is an adventure and western film directed by Harmon Jones, running about 73 minutes. “High ADVENTURE Rides the Stage!” — that tagline sets the tone.

What it’s about. Frustrated with the lack of opportunities in his hometown, young Jess Harker plans to leave, but sympathetic stagecoach armed guard Race Crim persuades his boss to give Jess the stage driver job.

Who’s in it. The Silver Whip stars Dale Robertson as Race Crim, Rory Calhoun as Sheriff Tom Davisson, Robert Wagner as Jess Harker and Kathleen Crowley as Kathy Riley, among others.

How it landed. With an audience score of 6.5/10, The Silver Whip 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 The Silver Whip page.

If you liked it. Fans of The Silver Whip tend to enjoy The Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King, Inception, Interstellar and The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring.

Frequently asked

Where can I watch The Silver Whip (1953)?
Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Silver Whip change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
Is The Silver Whip worth watching?
The Silver Whip holds an audience score of 6.5 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy adventure and western. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
Who stars in The Silver Whip?
The Silver Whip stars Dale Robertson, Rory Calhoun, Robert Wagner, Kathleen Crowley and Lola Albright.
When was The Silver Whip released?
The Silver Whip was released in 1953, with a runtime of about 73 minutes.