Wanda Nevada (1979): cast, story & where to watch
1979 · Film · ★ 5.7
Released in 1979, Wanda Nevada is a drama film directed by Peter Fonda, running about 107 minutes. “A PRO & A CON. The rest is history.” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. In the American Southwest of the 1950s, middle-aged vagabond Beaudray Demerille survives as a cardsharp who moves from town to town. But his latest victory brings him unwanted spoils in the form of Wanda Nevada, a fiery 13-year-old. At first Beaudray does everything he can to ditch Wanda -- until the girl chances upon a treasure map. But Wanda and Beaudray aren't the only ones after the loot, and they must contend with a ruthless pair of crooks.
Who’s in it. Wanda Nevada stars Peter Fonda as Beaudray Demerille, Brooke Shields as Wanda Nevada, Fiona Lewis as Dorothy Deerfield and Luke Askew as Ruby Muldoon, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.7/10, Wanda Nevada has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response. It went on to earn $2.4M at the box office.
Where to watch. In US you can stream it on Amazon Prime Video, YouTube TV, ScreenPix Apple TV Channel and Amazon Prime Video with Ads and rent or buy it from Fandango At Home. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Wanda Nevada page.
If you liked it. Fans of Wanda Nevada tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Wanda Nevada (1979)?
- In US, Wanda Nevada is available to stream on Amazon Prime Video, YouTube TV and ScreenPix Apple TV Channel, and rent or buy from Fandango At Home. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
- Is Wanda Nevada worth watching?
- Wanda Nevada holds an audience score of 5.7 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Wanda Nevada?
- Wanda Nevada stars Peter Fonda, Brooke Shields, Fiona Lewis, Luke Askew and Ted Markland.
- When was Wanda Nevada released?
- Wanda Nevada was released in 1979, with a runtime of about 107 minutes.