Passage West (1951): cast, story & where to watch
1951 · Film · ★ 6.3
Released in 1951, Passage West is a western film directed by Lewis R. Foster, running about 80 minutes.
What it’s about. In 1863, having escaped from a rock-quarry prison in Salt Lake, six inmates led by convicted murderer Pete Black take over a small wagon train headed by preacher Jacob Karns. Tensions and hardships grow as the travelers continue to trek toward California across dry, desolate country.
Who’s in it. Passage West stars John Payne as Pete Black, Dennis O'Keefe as Jacob Karns, Arleen Whelan as Rose Billings and Frank Faylen as Curly, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.3/10, Passage 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 Passage West page.
If you liked it. Fans of Passage West 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 Passage West (1951)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Passage West change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Passage West worth watching?
- Passage West holds an audience score of 6.3 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy western. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Passage West?
- Passage West stars John Payne, Dennis O'Keefe, Arleen Whelan, Frank Faylen and Mary Anderson.
- When was Passage West released?
- Passage West was released in 1951, with a runtime of about 80 minutes.