Trails End (1949): cast, story & where to watch
1949 · Film
Released in 1949, Trails End is a western film directed by Lambert Hillyer, running about 57 minutes. “Johnny's guns upset a murder frame-up... in the land of the mother-lode!” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. Cowhand Drake discovers gold on the ranch of his boss, Joe Stuart and makes a deal with crooked lawyer Mel Porter to induce Stuart to sell. The latter refuses, and also orders Bill Cameron not to see his daughter Laurie again. Foreman Johnny Mack, after intervening, quits after he sees Stuart hit Laurie while quarreling over her proposed marriage to Cameron. Peddler Alibi Terhune witnesses the killing of Stuart by Clem Kettering, hired by Porter, and is taken prisoner. Cameron is blamed for Stuart's killing, escapes jail, but is persuaded by Johnny to go back and stand trial. Johnny rescues Alibi and the two work together on clearing Cameron's name, and bringing the real culprits to justice.
Who’s in it. Trails End stars Johnny Mack Brown as Johnny Mack, Max Terhune as Alibi, Kay Morley as Laurie Stuart and Douglas Evans as Mel Porter, among others.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Trails End page.
If you liked it. Fans of Trails End 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 Trails End (1949)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Trails End change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Who stars in Trails End?
- Trails End stars Johnny Mack Brown, Max Terhune, Kay Morley, Douglas Evans and Zon Murray.
- When was Trails End released?
- Trails End was released in 1949, with a runtime of about 57 minutes.