The Magnificent Stranger (1966): cast, story & where to watch
1966 · Film · ★ 5
Released in 1966, The Magnificent Stranger is a western film directed by Herschel Daugherty, running about 93 minutes.
What it’s about. Rowdy Yates is accused of murder, and has to alert the Army to a bandit assault.
Who’s in it. The Magnificent Stranger stars Louis Hayward as John Tasker, Clint Eastwood as Rowdy Yates, Eric Fleming and Robert Adler as Driver, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.0/10, The Magnificent Stranger has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Magnificent Stranger page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Magnificent Stranger 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 The Magnificent Stranger (1966)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Magnificent Stranger change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Magnificent Stranger worth watching?
- The Magnificent Stranger 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 The Magnificent Stranger?
- The Magnificent Stranger stars Louis Hayward, Clint Eastwood, Eric Fleming, Robert Adler and Paul Brinegar.
- When was The Magnificent Stranger released?
- The Magnificent Stranger was released in 1966, with a runtime of about 93 minutes.