The Desert Rider (1929): cast, story & where to watch
1929 · Film
Released in 1929, The Desert Rider is a western film directed by Nick Grinde, running about 45 minutes.
What it’s about. Jack Hoxie pledges to take care of a prospector's son before the man dies from shooting wounds. Jack Hoxie must find the killer before he disappears with the prospector's gold. A young woman also searches the killer for motives of her own.
Who’s in it. The Desert Rider stars Tim McCoy as Jed Tyler, Raquel Torres as Dolores Alvarado, Bert Roach as Friar Bernardo and Edward Connelly as Padre Quintada, among others.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Desert Rider page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Desert Rider 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 Desert Rider (1929)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Desert Rider change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Who stars in The Desert Rider?
- The Desert Rider stars Tim McCoy, Raquel Torres, Bert Roach, Edward Connelly and Harry Woods.
- When was The Desert Rider released?
- The Desert Rider was released in 1929, with a runtime of about 45 minutes.