Geronimo (1939): cast, story & where to watch
1939 · Film · ★ 4
Released in 1939, Geronimo is a western film directed by Paul Sloane, running about 89 minutes. “The Red Raider Roars Into Battle... with 10,000 yelling Indians at his back!” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. The army's effort to capture Apache chief Geronimo, who is leading a band of warriors on a rampage of raiding and murder, is hampered by a feud between two officers--who are father and son.
Who’s in it. Geronimo stars Preston Foster as Capt. Bill Starrett, Ellen Drew as Alice Hamilton, William Henry as Lt. John Steele, Jr. and Andy Devine as Sneezer, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 4.0/10, Geronimo has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Geronimo page.
If you liked it. Fans of Geronimo 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 Geronimo (1939)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Geronimo change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Geronimo worth watching?
- Geronimo holds an audience score of 4.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy western. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Geronimo?
- Geronimo stars Preston Foster, Ellen Drew, William Henry, Andy Devine and Ralph Morgan.
- When was Geronimo released?
- Geronimo was released in 1939, with a runtime of about 89 minutes.