Lonesome Trail (1945): cast, story & where to watch
1945 · Film · ★ 4
Released in 1945, Lonesome Trail is a western film directed by Oliver Drake, running about 57 minutes. “ROARING' RHYTHM of the WEST!” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. Jimmy and partner Dusty have bought a ghost town in the Cherokee strip. When they arrive they find their other partner Lasses has sold 51% to four crooks.
Who’s in it. Lonesome Trail stars Jimmy Wakely as Jimmy Wakely, Lee "Lasses" White as Lasses White, John James as Dusty James and Iris Lancaster as Rita Kelly (as Iris Clive), among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 4.0/10, Lonesome Trail has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. In US you can stream it on Philo. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Lonesome Trail page.
If you liked it. Fans of Lonesome Trail 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 Lonesome Trail (1945)?
- In US, Lonesome Trail is available to stream on Philo. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
- Is Lonesome Trail worth watching?
- Lonesome Trail holds an audience score of 4.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy western. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Lonesome Trail?
- Lonesome Trail stars Jimmy Wakely, Lee "Lasses" White, John James, Iris Lancaster and Horace Murphy.
- When was Lonesome Trail released?
- Lonesome Trail was released in 1945, with a runtime of about 57 minutes.