The Vanquished (1953): cast, story & where to watch
1953 · Film · ★ 3.8
Released in 1953, The Vanquished is an action, drama and western film directed by Edward Ludwig, running about 84 minutes. “With wits, weapons, and women ... he fought for justice !” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. A man returns to his home -- a post Civil-War village -- and finds the law is in the hands of a few scrupulous people.
Who’s in it. The Vanquished stars John Payne as Rockwell 'Rock' Grayson, Jan Sterling as Rose Slater, Coleen Gray as Jane Colfax and Lyle Bettger as Roger Hale, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 3.8/10, The Vanquished 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 Vanquished page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Vanquished tend to enjoy The Dark Knight, The Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King, Inception and The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Vanquished (1953)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Vanquished change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Vanquished worth watching?
- The Vanquished holds an audience score of 3.8 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy action, drama and western. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Vanquished?
- The Vanquished stars John Payne, Jan Sterling, Coleen Gray, Lyle Bettger and Willard Parker.
- When was The Vanquished released?
- The Vanquished was released in 1953, with a runtime of about 84 minutes.