Massacre River (1949): cast, story & where to watch
1949 · Film · ★ 6.3
Released in 1949, Massacre River is a western film directed by John Rawlins, running about 78 minutes. “Thrill-swept epic of a flaming frontier!” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. Two Cavalry Officers clash over the Colonel's Daughter at a remote outpost with Indian troubles.
Who’s in it. Massacre River stars Guy Madison as Larry Knight, Rory Calhoun as Phil Acton, Carole Mathews as Laura Jordan and Cathy Downs as Kitty Reid, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.3/10, Massacre River has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Massacre River page.
If you liked it. Fans of Massacre River 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 Massacre River (1949)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Massacre River change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Massacre River worth watching?
- Massacre River holds an audience score of 6.3 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy western. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Massacre River?
- Massacre River stars Guy Madison, Rory Calhoun, Carole Mathews, Cathy Downs and Johnny Sands.
- When was Massacre River released?
- Massacre River was released in 1949, with a runtime of about 78 minutes.