The Return of Daniel Boone (1941): cast, story & where to watch
1941 · Film · ★ 4.5
Released in 1941, The Return of Daniel Boone is an action, adventure, music and western film directed by Lambert Hillyer, running about 61 minutes. “When he reached for his gun, outlaws reached for the sky!” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. The scout's grandson foils land-grabbers; his sidekick flirts with twins.
Who’s in it. The Return of Daniel Boone stars Bill Elliott as Wild Bill Boone, Betty Miles as Ellen Brandon, Dub Taylor as Cannonball and Ray Bennett as Leach Killgrain, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 4.5/10, The Return of Daniel Boone 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 Return of Daniel Boone page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Return of Daniel Boone 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 Return of Daniel Boone (1941)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Return of Daniel Boone change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Return of Daniel Boone worth watching?
- The Return of Daniel Boone holds an audience score of 4.5 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy action, adventure, music and western. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Return of Daniel Boone?
- The Return of Daniel Boone stars Bill Elliott, Betty Miles, Dub Taylor, Ray Bennett and Walter Soderling.
- When was The Return of Daniel Boone released?
- The Return of Daniel Boone was released in 1941, with a runtime of about 61 minutes.