A Tornado in the Saddle (1942): cast, story & where to watch
1942 · Film · ★ 2.3

Released in 1942, A Tornado in the Saddle is a western film directed by William Berke, running about 59 minutes. “HARD-RIDIN', HARD-HITTIN' HOMBRES...FILLING THE SCREEN WITH THRILLS AND THE AIR WITH SONGS OF THE SADDLE!” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. A Tornado in the Saddle starred Russell Hayden as the new sheriff of Crestview. Hot on the trail of a gang of claim jumpers led by Dalton and Slim, the novice lawman also has to deal with hotheaded wrangler turned deputy Bob Wilson, whom he is constantly forced to fight, but only after prudently removing his sheriff's star.
Who’s in it. A Tornado in the Saddle stars Russell Hayden as Lucky Crandall, Dub Taylor as Cannonball, Alma Carroll as Madge Duncan and Bob Wills as Bob Wilson, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 2.3/10, A Tornado in the Saddle has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch A Tornado in the Saddle page.
If you liked it. Fans of A Tornado in the Saddle 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 A Tornado in the Saddle (1942)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for A Tornado in the Saddle change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is A Tornado in the Saddle worth watching?
- A Tornado in the Saddle holds an audience score of 2.3 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy western. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in A Tornado in the Saddle?
- A Tornado in the Saddle stars Russell Hayden, Dub Taylor, Alma Carroll, Bob Wills and Tris Coffin.
- When was A Tornado in the Saddle released?
- A Tornado in the Saddle was released in 1942, with a runtime of about 59 minutes.
