Callaway Went Thataway (1951): cast, story & where to watch
1951 · Film · ★ 4.9
Released in 1951, Callaway Went Thataway is a comedy and western film directed by Melvin Frank, running about 82 minutes. “M-G-M's new comedy hit!” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. Two smart marketing people resurrect some old films starring cowboy Smoky Callaway and put them on television. The films are a big hit and the star is in demand. Unfortunately no one can find him. When a lookalike sends in a photo, the marketing team hires him to impersonate Callaway. Things get sticky when the real Callaway eventually shows up.
Who’s in it. Callaway Went Thataway stars Fred MacMurray as Mike Frye, Dorothy McGuire as Deborah Patterson, Howard Keel as Stretch Barnes / Smokey Callaway and Jesse White as Georgie Markham, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 4.9/10, Callaway Went Thataway has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Callaway Went Thataway page.
If you liked it. Fans of Callaway Went Thataway tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Callaway Went Thataway (1951)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Callaway Went Thataway change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Callaway Went Thataway worth watching?
- Callaway Went Thataway holds an audience score of 4.9 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy and western. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Callaway Went Thataway?
- Callaway Went Thataway stars Fred MacMurray, Dorothy McGuire, Howard Keel, Jesse White and Fay Roope.
- When was Callaway Went Thataway released?
- Callaway Went Thataway was released in 1951, with a runtime of about 82 minutes.