Near the Rainbow's End (1930): cast, story & where to watch

Released in 1930, Near the Rainbow's End is a western film directed by J.P. McGowan, running about 56 minutes. “The Latest of Bob's Wows!” — that tagline sets the tone.

What it’s about. Despite past friendliness, cattle ranchers Tom and Jim Bledsoe, father and son, fence off their range to prevent its use by neighboring sheep ranchers Tug Wilson and Buck Rankin, suggesting that they hope to end their recent loss of cattle. Rankin (not Rankins) shoots Tug, who is unaware of Rankin's lawless activities, in an argument and Jim is accused of murder and also stampeding the sheep. Believing Jim is guilty, Tug's daughter, Ruth, aids Buck in capturing Jim, but he escapes. Ruth gets help from Sheriff Hank Bosley, and a sheepherder, Sanchez, reveals Rankin's responsibility for both the rustling of Bledsoe's cattle and the killing of Wilson.

Who’s in it. Near the Rainbow's End stars Bob Steele as Jim Bledsoe, Lafe McKee as Tom Bledsoe, Al Ferguson as Buck Rankin and Alfred Hewston as Tug Wilson, among others.

How it landed. With an audience score of 1.0/10, Near the Rainbow's End has proved divisive with audiences.

Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Near the Rainbow's End page.

If you liked it. Fans of Near the Rainbow's 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.