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New Frontier (1939): cast, story & where to watch

1939 · Film · ★ 5.5

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Released in 1939, New Frontier is a western film directed by George Sherman, running about 57 minutes. “Six-Gun Adventures... for three pals of the plains!” — that tagline sets the tone.

What it’s about. The Three Mesquiteers convince a group of settlers to exchange their present property for some which, unbeknownst to our goodguys, is going to be worthless. They are captured before they can warn the ranchers.

Who’s in it. New Frontier stars John Wayne as Stony Brooke, Ray Corrigan as Tucson Smith, Raymond Hatton as Rusty Joslin and Jennifer Jones as Celia Braddock (as Phylis Isley), among others.

How it landed. With an audience score of 5.5/10, New Frontier has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.

Where to watch. In US you can rent or buy it from Amazon Video. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch New Frontier page.

If you liked it. Fans of New Frontier 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 New Frontier (1939)?
In US, New Frontier is available to rent or buy from Amazon Video. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
Is New Frontier worth watching?
New Frontier holds an audience score of 5.5 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy western. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
Who stars in New Frontier?
New Frontier stars John Wayne, Ray Corrigan, Raymond Hatton, Jennifer Jones and Eddy Waller.
When was New Frontier released?
New Frontier was released in 1939, with a runtime of about 57 minutes.