The Sheepman (1958): cast, story & where to watch
1958 · Film · ★ 6.7
Released in 1958, The Sheepman is a comedy and western film directed by George Marshall, running about 85 minutes. “They called him the STRANGER WITH A GUN...” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. A stranger in a Western cattle-town behaves with remarkable self-assurance, establishing himself as a man to be reckoned with. The reason appears with his stock: a herd of sheep, which he intends to graze on the range. The horrified inhabitants decide to run him out at all costs.
Who’s in it. The Sheepman stars Glenn Ford as Jason Sweet, Shirley MacLaine as Dell Payton, Leslie Nielsen as Stephen Bedford / Johnny Bledsoe and Mickey Shaughnessy as "Jumbo" McCall, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.7/10, The Sheepman has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Sheepman page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Sheepman tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Sheepman (1958)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Sheepman change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Sheepman worth watching?
- The Sheepman holds an audience score of 6.7 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy and western. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Sheepman?
- The Sheepman stars Glenn Ford, Shirley MacLaine, Leslie Nielsen, Mickey Shaughnessy and Edgar Buchanan.
- When was The Sheepman released?
- The Sheepman was released in 1958, with a runtime of about 85 minutes.