Roaring Frontiers (1941): cast, story & where to watch
1941 · Film
Released in 1941, Roaring Frontiers is a western film directed by Lambert Hillyer, running about 58 minutes. “Bad news for Bandits...but good news for all lovers of rhythm and thrills!” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. U.S. Marshal Wild Bill Hickok arrives in Goldfield to arrest Tex Martin, who has been accused of murdering the sheriff. "Hawk" Hammond, the man behind the sheriff's killing, sends his legions of henchmen to lynch Tex before the trail. Wild Bill and Tex escape to a stagecoach rest station run by Reba Bailey. There is a showdown battle at Hammond's saloon but not before Tex gets to sing two songs followed by a third one after the battle.
Who’s in it. Roaring Frontiers stars Bill Elliott as 'Wild' Bill Hickok, Tex Ritter as Tex Martin (Tex Rawlings in credits), Ruth Ford as Reba Bailey and Frank Mitchell as Cannonball, among others.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Roaring Frontiers page.
If you liked it. Fans of Roaring Frontiers 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 Roaring Frontiers (1941)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Roaring Frontiers change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Who stars in Roaring Frontiers?
- Roaring Frontiers stars Bill Elliott, Tex Ritter, Ruth Ford, Frank Mitchell and Bradley Page.
- When was Roaring Frontiers released?
- Roaring Frontiers was released in 1941, with a runtime of about 58 minutes.