Man in the Saddle (1951): cast, story & where to watch
1951 · Film · ★ 6.4
Released in 1951, Man in the Saddle is a western film directed by André de Toth, running about 87 minutes. “SIX-GUN SHOWDOWN IN THE SIERRAS” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. A small rancher is being harassed by his mighty and powerful neighbor. When the neighbor even hires gunmen to intimidate him he has to defend himself and his property by means of violence.
Who’s in it. Man in the Saddle stars Randolph Scott as Owen Merrit, Joan Leslie as Laurie Bidwell Isham, Ellen Drew as Nan Melotte and Alexander Knox as Will Isham, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.4/10, Man in the Saddle has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.
Where to watch. In US you can stream it on Philo. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Man in the Saddle page.
If you liked it. Fans of Man in the Saddle 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 Man in the Saddle (1951)?
- In US, Man in the Saddle is available to stream on Philo. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
- Is Man in the Saddle worth watching?
- Man in the Saddle holds an audience score of 6.4 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy western. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Man in the Saddle?
- Man in the Saddle stars Randolph Scott, Joan Leslie, Ellen Drew, Alexander Knox and Richard Rober.