FeatureWestern

Twilight on the Trail (1941): cast, story & where to watch

1941 · Film · ★ 5

Twilight on the Trail poster

Released in 1941, Twilight on the Trail is a western film directed by Howard Bretherton, running about 57 minutes. “HOPALONG HAS HIS HANDS FULL...OF DOUBLE-BARRELED TROUBLE!... Range rats scatter when Cassidy crashes through with a BANG!” — that tagline sets the tone.

What it’s about. Hoppy, California and Johnny come to the ranch of a friend and his daughter, disguised as dude detectives from the east, to investigate the disappearances, without a trace, of several herds of cattle.

Who’s in it. Twilight on the Trail stars William Boyd as Hopalong Cassidy, Andy Clyde as California Carlson, Brad King as Johnny Nelson and Wanda McKay as Lucy Brent, among others.

How it landed. With an audience score of 5.0/10, Twilight on the Trail has proved divisive with audiences.

Where to watch. In CA you can rent or buy it from Apple TV Store. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Twilight on the Trail page.

If you liked it. Fans of Twilight on the 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 Twilight on the Trail (1941)?
In CA, Twilight on the Trail is available to rent or buy from Apple TV Store. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
Is Twilight on the Trail worth watching?
Twilight on the Trail holds an audience score of 5.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy western. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
Who stars in Twilight on the Trail?
Twilight on the Trail stars William Boyd, Andy Clyde, Brad King, Wanda McKay and Jack Rockwell.
When was Twilight on the Trail released?
Twilight on the Trail was released in 1941, with a runtime of about 57 minutes.