Calamity Jane (1963): cast, story & where to watch
1963 · Film
Released in 1963, Calamity Jane is a comedy, music, tv movie and western film directed by Dick Altman, running about 90 minutes. “Whip-Crack-Away, It's Carol as Calam!” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. A Wild West cow town is starving for entertainment and it falls upon Calamity Jane, a rowdy, gun-toting tomboy, to go to Chicago to bring back a famed stage actress. She brings instead the star's maid, who settles in the town, but Jane's "Secret Love" falls for her. This television special was based on a stage adaptation of the film that was playing regional circuits at the time it aired.
Who’s in it. Calamity Jane stars Carol Burnett as Calamity Jane, Art Lund as Wild Bill Hickock, Cathryn Damon as Adelaide Adams and Beryl Towbin as Katie Brown, among others.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Calamity Jane page.
If you liked it. Fans of Calamity Jane tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Calamity Jane (1963)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Calamity Jane change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Who stars in Calamity Jane?
- Calamity Jane stars Carol Burnett, Art Lund, Cathryn Damon, Beryl Towbin and Don Chastain.
- When was Calamity Jane released?
- Calamity Jane was released in 1963, with a runtime of about 90 minutes.