Desperate Women (1978): cast, story & where to watch
1978 · Film
Released in 1978, Desperate Women is a tv movie and western film directed by Earl Bellamy, running about 95 minutes.
What it’s about. A laconic ex-hired gun in the Old West teams up with three scrappy female prisoners abandoned in the desert, two orphaned children, an army deserter, and a group of cantankerous animals, all of whom try to outsmart and outshoot a ratty gang of desperadoes trying to retrieve their boss' girlfriend and the saddle-tramp's secret cargo.
Who’s in it. Desperate Women stars Susan Saint James as Esther Winters, Dan Haggerty as Benjamin Ward, Ronee Blakley as Selena Watson and John Crawford, among others.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Desperate Women page.
If you liked it. Fans of Desperate Women tend to enjoy Miraculous World: New York, United HeroeZ, Sherlock: The Abominable Bride, Steven Universe: The Movie and Twin Peaks.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Desperate Women (1978)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Desperate Women change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Who stars in Desperate Women?
- Desperate Women stars Susan Saint James, Dan Haggerty, Ronee Blakley, John Crawford and Rudy Diaz.
- When was Desperate Women released?
- Desperate Women was released in 1978, with a runtime of about 95 minutes.