The Maverick Queen (1956): cast, story & where to watch
1956 · Film · ★ 4.9
Released in 1956, The Maverick Queen is a western film directed by Joseph Kane, running about 90 minutes. “Hear Joni James sing.” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. A Pinkerton detective goes undercover to infiltrate a gang of thieves whose boss is a feisty lady saloonkeeper. Complications ensue.
Who’s in it. The Maverick Queen stars Barbara Stanwyck as Kit Banion, Barry Sullivan as Jeff Younger, Scott Brady as Sundance and Mary Murphy as Lucy Lee, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 4.9/10, The Maverick Queen 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 Maverick Queen page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Maverick Queen 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 Maverick Queen (1956)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Maverick Queen change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Maverick Queen worth watching?
- The Maverick Queen holds an audience score of 4.9 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 Maverick Queen?
- The Maverick Queen stars Barbara Stanwyck, Barry Sullivan, Scott Brady, Mary Murphy and Wallace Ford.
- When was The Maverick Queen released?
- The Maverick Queen was released in 1956, with a runtime of about 90 minutes.