The Rangers Ride (1948): cast, story & where to watch
1948 · Film
Released in 1948, The Rangers Ride is a western film directed by Derwin Abrahams, running about 56 minutes. “JIMMY BATTLES PRIVATE OUTLAW ARMY!” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. After the Texas Rangers are disbanded, the the reconstruction years following the Civil War, a private state-police force extorts money from the citizens in a "protection" scheme. Ex-Rangers Jimmy Wakely and "Cannonball" Taylor foil an arrest by state-police officers Hamon and Kelly. Commissioner Jed Brant tells his nephew that his old friend Jimmy is plotting against the law-and-order forces. Vic's fiancée and ranch-owner, Sheila Carol, refuses to sign up with the crooked police outfit, and believes Jimmy is an outlaw. On Chief Barton's order, Hamon shoots ex-Rangers Murphy and Payson, so they can be blamed for a raid on Sheila's ranch.
Who’s in it. The Rangers Ride stars Jimmy Wakely as Jimmy Wakely, Dub Taylor as Cannonball Taylor, Virginia Belmont as Sheila Carroll and Riley Hill as Vic Sanders, among others.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Rangers Ride page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Rangers Ride 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 Rangers Ride (1948)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Rangers Ride change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Who stars in The Rangers Ride?
- The Rangers Ride stars Jimmy Wakely, Dub Taylor, Virginia Belmont, Riley Hill and Marshall Reed.
- When was The Rangers Ride released?
- The Rangers Ride was released in 1948, with a runtime of about 56 minutes.