Hell Bent (1918): cast, story & where to watch
1918 · Film · ★ 5.2

Released in 1918, Hell Bent is a western film directed by John Ford, running about 50 minutes.
What it’s about. A cowboy must save his girlfriend from captivity and then cross the desert on foot with a single waterhole on the way.
Who’s in it. Hell Bent stars Harry Carey as Cheyenne Harry, Duke R. Lee as Cimmaron Bill, Neva Gerber as Bess Thurston and Vester Pegg as Jack Thurston, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.2/10, Hell Bent has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Hell Bent page.
If you liked it. Fans of Hell Bent 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 Hell Bent (1918)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Hell Bent change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Hell Bent worth watching?
- Hell Bent holds an audience score of 5.2 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy western. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Hell Bent?
- Hell Bent stars Harry Carey, Duke R. Lee, Neva Gerber, Vester Pegg and Joe Harris.
- When was Hell Bent released?
- Hell Bent was released in 1918, with a runtime of about 50 minutes.
