Custer of the West (1967): cast, story & where to watch
1967 · Film · ★ 6
Released in 1967, Custer of the West is a western film directed by Robert Siodmak, running about 140 minutes. “From the fury and chaos of the Civil War to the glory days of the 7th Cavalry ...to the final earth-shaking charge at Little Big Horn!” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. Biopic of General George Armstrong Custer from his rise to prominence in the Civil War through to his "last stand" at the Battle of the Little Big Horn.
Who’s in it. Custer of the West stars Robert Shaw as George Armstrong Custer, Mary Ure as Elizabeth Custer, Ty Hardin as Maj. Marcus Reno and Jeffrey Hunter as Capt. Benteen, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.0/10, Custer of the 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 Custer of the West page.
If you liked it. Fans of Custer of the 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 Custer of the West (1967)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Custer of the West change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Custer of the West worth watching?
- Custer of the West holds an audience score of 6.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy western. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Custer of the West?
- Custer of the West stars Robert Shaw, Mary Ure, Ty Hardin, Jeffrey Hunter and Lawrence Tierney.
- When was Custer of the West released?
- Custer of the West was released in 1967, with a runtime of about 140 minutes.