Fair Warning (1931): cast, story & where to watch
1931 · Film

Released in 1931, Fair Warning is a western film directed by Alfred L. Werker, running about 74 minutes. “A Gripping Outdoor ROMANCE” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. This George O'Brien western is based on a novel by Max Brand, previously filmed as the 1920 Tom Mix vehicle The Untamed. Cast as devil-may-car Whistlin' Dan Barry, our hero rides into a passel of trouble in a wide-open town. Warned to leave the premises or else, Whistlin' Dan refuses to do so, sticking around long enough to whomp villain Jim Silent (Mitchell Lewis) and romance heroine Kate Cumberland (Louise Huntington).
Who’s in it. Fair Warning stars George O’Brien as Whistlin' Dan Barry, Louise Huntington as Kate Cumberland, Mitchell Harris as Jim Silent and George Brent as Les Haines, among others.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Fair Warning page.
If you liked it. Fans of Fair Warning 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 Fair Warning (1931)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Fair Warning change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Who stars in Fair Warning?
- Fair Warning stars George O’Brien, Louise Huntington, Mitchell Harris, George Brent and Nat Pendleton.
- When was Fair Warning released?
- Fair Warning was released in 1931, with a runtime of about 74 minutes.
