The Plainsman and the Lady (1946): cast, story & where to watch
1946 · Film · ★ 3
Released in 1946, The Plainsman and the Lady is a western film directed by Joseph Kane, running about 87 minutes. “The Inspired Epic of the Pony Express!” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. Film about the early days of the Pony Express and the crooked businessman who opposed it.
Who’s in it. The Plainsman and the Lady stars Bill Elliott as Sam Colton, Vera Ralston as Ann Arnesen, Gail Patrick as Cathy Arnesen and Joseph Schildkraut as Peter Marquette, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 3.0/10, The Plainsman and the Lady has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Plainsman and the Lady page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Plainsman and the Lady 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 The Plainsman and the Lady (1946)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Plainsman and the Lady change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Plainsman and the Lady worth watching?
- The Plainsman and the Lady holds an audience score of 3.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy western. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Plainsman and the Lady?
- The Plainsman and the Lady stars Bill Elliott, Vera Ralston, Gail Patrick, Joseph Schildkraut and Andy Clyde.
- When was The Plainsman and the Lady released?
- The Plainsman and the Lady was released in 1946, with a runtime of about 87 minutes.