The Vanishing American (1955): cast, story & where to watch
1955 · Film · ★ 4
Released in 1955, The Vanishing American is a drama, adventure and western film directed by Joseph Kane, running about 90 minutes. “Based on the novel by Zane Grey.” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. A woman arrives in New Mexico to claim property she's inherited and receives an education in the greedy exploitation of the local Navajo.
Who’s in it. The Vanishing American stars Audrey Totter as Marion Warner, Scott Brady as Blandly, Forrest Tucker as Morgan and Jay Silverheels as Beeteia, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 4.0/10, The Vanishing American 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 Vanishing American page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Vanishing American tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Vanishing American (1955)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Vanishing American change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Vanishing American worth watching?
- The Vanishing American holds an audience score of 4.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama, adventure and western. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Vanishing American?
- The Vanishing American stars Audrey Totter, Scott Brady, Forrest Tucker, Jay Silverheels and Gene Lockhart.
- When was The Vanishing American released?
- The Vanishing American was released in 1955, with a runtime of about 90 minutes.