Red Sundown (1956): cast, story & where to watch
1956 · Film · ★ 6
Released in 1956, Red Sundown is a western film directed by Jack Arnold, running about 81 minutes. “Out of Texas he rode INTO THE FURY OF DURANGO'S WILDEST HOUR!” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. When his life is saved in a shootout by a fellow gunman whose life he in turn had saved, Alex Longmire promises to give up his way of life. Riding into town he finds the only job available is deputy to sheriff Jade Murphy, an honest man caught between small farmers and a local cattle baron. And he has a pretty daughter. So Longmire decides to stay and see if he can use his expertise with firearms for good.
Who’s in it. Red Sundown stars Rory Calhoun as Alec Longmire, Martha Hyer as Caroline Murphy, Dean Jagger as Jade Murphy and Robert Middleton as Rufus Henshaw, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.0/10, Red Sundown 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 Red Sundown page.
If you liked it. Fans of Red Sundown 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 Red Sundown (1956)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Red Sundown change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Red Sundown worth watching?
- Red Sundown holds an audience score of 6.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy western. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Red Sundown?
- Red Sundown stars Rory Calhoun, Martha Hyer, Dean Jagger, Robert Middleton and Grant Williams.
- When was Red Sundown released?
- Red Sundown was released in 1956, with a runtime of about 81 minutes.