The Long Rope (1961): cast, story & where to watch
1961 · Film · ★ 5
Released in 1961, The Long Rope is a western film directed by William Witney, running about 61 minutes. “The roaring story of a frontier town where lawlessness made its last stand!” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. A judge in a murder trial, believing the defendant is innocent, sets out to find the real killer.
Who’s in it. The Long Rope stars Hugh Marlowe as Jonas Stone, Alan Hale Jr. as Sheriff John Millard, Robert J. Wilke as Ben Matthews and Chris Robinson as Reb Gilroy, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.0/10, The Long Rope 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 Long Rope page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Long Rope 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 Long Rope (1961)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Long Rope change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Long Rope worth watching?
- The Long Rope 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 Long Rope?
- The Long Rope stars Hugh Marlowe, Alan Hale Jr., Robert J. Wilke, Chris Robinson and William Kerwin.
- When was The Long Rope released?
- The Long Rope was released in 1961, with a runtime of about 61 minutes.