The Plainsman (1966): cast, story & where to watch
1966 · Film · ★ 4.8
Released in 1966, The Plainsman is a western film directed by David Lowell Rich, running about 92 minutes. “When the land needed law... When the West needed taming... When adventure needed a giant... They sent for the Plainsman!” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. Calamity Jane tries to help Buffalo Bill Cody and Wild Bill Hickock stop an Indian war.
Who’s in it. The Plainsman stars Don Murray as Wild Bill Hickok, Guy Stockwell as Buffalo Bill Cody, Abby Dalton as Calamity Jane and Bradford Dillman as Lt. Stiles, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 4.8/10, The Plainsman 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 Plainsman page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Plainsman 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 Plainsman (1966)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Plainsman change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Plainsman worth watching?
- The Plainsman holds an audience score of 4.8 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy western. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Plainsman?
- The Plainsman stars Don Murray, Guy Stockwell, Abby Dalton, Bradford Dillman and Henry Silva.
- When was The Plainsman released?
- The Plainsman was released in 1966, with a runtime of about 92 minutes.