Ride a Violent Mile (1957): cast, story & where to watch

1957 · Film · ★ 4

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Released in 1957, Ride a Violent Mile is an adventure, war and western film directed by Charles Marquis Warren, running about 80 minutes. “HEADED FOR TROUBLE -- ON A PATH TO TREACHERY !” — that tagline sets the tone.

What it’s about. A cowboy stampedes a Rebel plot with a Union spy posing as a dance-hall girl.

Who’s in it. Ride a Violent Mile stars John Agar as Jeff Donner, Penny Edwards as Susan Crowley, John Pickard as Marshal James Thorne and Bing Russell as Corporal Norman, among others.

How it landed. With an audience score of 4.0/10, Ride a Violent Mile has proved divisive with audiences.

Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Ride a Violent Mile page.

If you liked it. Fans of Ride a Violent Mile tend to enjoy The Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King, Inception, Interstellar and The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring.

Frequently asked

Where can I watch Ride a Violent Mile (1957)?
Streaming, rental and purchase options for Ride a Violent Mile change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
Is Ride a Violent Mile worth watching?
Ride a Violent Mile holds an audience score of 4.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy adventure, war and western. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
Who stars in Ride a Violent Mile?
Ride a Violent Mile stars John Agar, Penny Edwards, John Pickard, Bing Russell and Richard Shannon.
When was Ride a Violent Mile released?
Ride a Violent Mile was released in 1957, with a runtime of about 80 minutes.