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The Walking Hills (1949): cast, story & where to watch

1949 · Film · ★ 5.8

The Walking Hills poster

Released in 1949, The Walking Hills is a western film directed by John Sturges, running about 78 minutes. “10 WENT IN...7 CAME OUT...as the Walking Hills guarded their treasure!” — that tagline sets the tone.

What it’s about. A study in greed in which treasure hunters seek a shipment of gold buried in Death Valley.

Who’s in it. The Walking Hills stars Randolph Scott as Jim Carey, Ella Raines as Chris Jackson, Arthur Kennedy as Chalk and Edgar Buchanan as Old Willy, among others.

How it landed. With an audience score of 5.8/10, The Walking Hills 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 Walking Hills page.

If you liked it. Fans of The Walking Hills 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 Walking Hills (1949)?
Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Walking Hills change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
Is The Walking Hills worth watching?
The Walking Hills holds an audience score of 5.8 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 Walking Hills?
The Walking Hills stars Randolph Scott, Ella Raines, Arthur Kennedy, Edgar Buchanan and John Ireland.
When was The Walking Hills released?
The Walking Hills was released in 1949, with a runtime of about 78 minutes.