The Lone Ranger (2003): cast, story & where to watch
2003 · Film · ★ 5.5

Released in 2003, The Lone Ranger is an action and western film directed by Jack Bender, running about 120 minutes.
What it’s about. This version takes a look at the character in the years before he became a legend. It all begins with the introduction of Luke Hartman, a 20-year old Boston law student who witnesses the murder of his brother, a Texas Ranger. He himself is wounded in the midst of the chaos, but is rescued by the Apache Tonto... and subsequently becomes smitten by Tonto's sister Alope. He then devotes his life to avenging the death of his brother and fighting injustice, and in the process becoming a worldwide legend.
Who’s in it. The Lone Ranger stars Chad Michael Murray as The Lone Ranger / Luke Hartman, Nathaniel Arcand as Tonto, Anita Brown as Alope and Fay Masterson as Grace Hartman, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.5/10, The Lone Ranger has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Lone Ranger page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Lone Ranger tend to enjoy The Dark Knight, The Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King, Inception and The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Lone Ranger (2003)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Lone Ranger change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Lone Ranger worth watching?
- The Lone Ranger holds an audience score of 5.5 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy action and western. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Lone Ranger?
- The Lone Ranger stars Chad Michael Murray, Nathaniel Arcand, Anita Brown, Fay Masterson and Mike Weinberg.
- When was The Lone Ranger released?
- The Lone Ranger was released in 2003, with a runtime of about 120 minutes.