The Boy from Oklahoma (1954): cast, story & where to watch
1954 · Film · ★ 5.2
Released in 1954, The Boy from Oklahoma is a western film directed by Michael Curtiz, running about 87 minutes. “Scared of guns and afraid of gals -- what kind of sheriff are you?” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. A town despot makes a guileless patsy the sheriff, lives to regret it.
Who’s in it. The Boy from Oklahoma stars Will Rogers Jr. as Sheriff Tom Brewster, Nancy Olson as Katie Brannigan, Lon Chaney Jr. as Crazy Charlie (as Lon Chaney) and Anthony Caruso as Barney Turlock, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.2/10, The Boy from Oklahoma 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 Boy from Oklahoma page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Boy from Oklahoma 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 Boy from Oklahoma (1954)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Boy from Oklahoma change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Boy from Oklahoma worth watching?
- The Boy from Oklahoma holds an audience score of 5.2 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 Boy from Oklahoma?
- The Boy from Oklahoma stars Will Rogers Jr., Nancy Olson, Lon Chaney Jr., Anthony Caruso and Slim Pickens.
- When was The Boy from Oklahoma released?
- The Boy from Oklahoma was released in 1954, with a runtime of about 87 minutes.