Wells Fargo (1937): cast, story & where to watch
1937 · Film · ★ 4.9
Released in 1937, Wells Fargo is a history and western film directed by Frank Lloyd, running about 94 minutes. “TOGETHER THEY BUILD A CONTINENT! He lives the magnificent adventure that saves a country and she shares the adventures of the man she loves!” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. In the 1840s, Ramsey MacKay, the driver for the struggling Wells Fargo mail and freight company, will secure an important contract if he delivers fresh oysters to Buffalo from New York City. When he rescues Justine Pryor and her mother, who are stranded in a broken wagon on his route, he doesn't let them slow him down and gives the ladies an exhilirating ride into Buffalo. He arrives in time to obtain the contract and is then sent by company president Henry Wells to St. Louis to establish a branch office.
Who’s in it. Wells Fargo stars Joel McCrea as Ramsay MacKay, Bob Burns as Hank York, a wanderer, Frances Dee as Justine Pryor and Lloyd Nolan as Dal Slade, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 4.9/10, Wells Fargo has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. In US you can rent or buy it from Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies and YouTube. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Wells Fargo page.
If you liked it. Fans of Wells Fargo tend to enjoy Schindler's List, Saving Private Ryan, Hacksaw Ridge and Green Book.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Wells Fargo (1937)?
- In US, Wells Fargo is available to rent or buy from Amazon Video, Apple TV Store and Google Play Movies. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
- Is Wells Fargo worth watching?
- Wells Fargo holds an audience score of 4.9 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy history and western. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Wells Fargo?
- Wells Fargo stars Joel McCrea, Bob Burns, Frances Dee, Lloyd Nolan and Henry O'Neill.
- When was Wells Fargo released?
- Wells Fargo was released in 1937, with a runtime of about 94 minutes.