The Rough, Tough West (1952): cast, story & where to watch
1952 · Film · ★ 5.5
Released in 1952, The Rough, Tough West is a music and western film directed by Ray Nazarro, running about 54 minutes.
What it’s about. Charles Starrett returns as the Durango Kid in Columbia's Rough, Tough, West. For most of the film, however, Starrett is known as "Steve Holden," a former Texas Ranger who comes to a wide-open mining town to visit an old friend (Jack -- later Jock -- Mahoney). Alas, said friend has turned bad, and is busy arranging a major land grab when Steve arrives on the scene. With deep regret, our hero dons his Durango disguise to thwart his ex-friend's criminal activities.
Who’s in it. The Rough, Tough West stars Charles Starrett as Steve Holden / The Durango Kid, Smiley Burnette as Smiley Burnette, Carolina Cotton as Carolina and Jock Mahoney as Big Jack Mahoney, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.5/10, The Rough, Tough West 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 Rough, Tough West page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Rough, Tough West tend to enjoy Whiplash, Coco, Green Book and The Legend of 1900.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Rough, Tough West (1952)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Rough, Tough West change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Rough, Tough West worth watching?
- The Rough, Tough West holds an audience score of 5.5 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy music and western. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Rough, Tough West?
- The Rough, Tough West stars Charles Starrett, Smiley Burnette, Carolina Cotton, Jock Mahoney and Pee Wee King.
- When was The Rough, Tough West released?
- The Rough, Tough West was released in 1952, with a runtime of about 54 minutes.