The Westward Trail (1948): cast, story & where to watch
1948 · Film
Released in 1948, The Westward Trail is a western film directed by Ray Taylor, running about 56 minutes. “EDDIE RIDES THE WESTWARD TRAIL TO GLORY!” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. Ann and Tom Howard arrive from the east to take up ranching. But Tom wants to return and forges his sister's name to the deed and sells it to Larson. Eddie knows there is silver ore in the area and that Lawson, who killed the Sheriff, is out to get all the ranches. When Lawson appoints himself the new Sheriff, Eddie organizes the ranchers to fight Lawson and his men.
Who’s in it. The Westward Trail stars Eddie Dean as Eddie Dean, Roscoe Ates as Soapy Jones, Phyllis Planchard as Ann Howard and Eileene Hardin as Benson's Daughter, among others.
Where to watch. In US you can stream it on Philo, Starz Apple TV Channel, Starz Roku Premium Channel and YouTube TV. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Westward Trail page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Westward Trail 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 Westward Trail (1948)?
- In US, The Westward Trail is available to stream on Philo, Starz Apple TV Channel and Starz Roku Premium Channel. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
- Who stars in The Westward Trail?
- The Westward Trail stars Eddie Dean, Roscoe Ates, Phyllis Planchard, Eileene Hardin and Steve Drake.
- When was The Westward Trail released?
- The Westward Trail was released in 1948, with a runtime of about 56 minutes.