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The Rare Breed (1966): cast, story & where to watch

1966 · Film · ★ 6

The Rare Breed poster

Released in 1966, The Rare Breed is a western film directed by Andrew V. McLaglen, running about 97 minutes. “Young lovers ... restless, bold, ready to meet the brawling dangers of the raw West ... Head On !” — that tagline sets the tone.

What it’s about. When her husband dies en route to America, Martha Price and her daughter Hilary are left to carry out his dream: the introduction of Hereford cattle into the American West. They enlist Sam "Bulldog" Burnett in their efforts to transport their lone bull, a Hereford named Vindicator, to a breeder in Texas, but the trail is fraught with danger and even Burnett doubts the survival potential of this "rare breed" of cattle.

Who’s in it. The Rare Breed stars James Stewart as Sam Burnett, Maureen O'Hara as Martha Price, Brian Keith as Alexander Bowen and Juliet Mills as Hilary Price, among others.

How it landed. With an audience score of 6.0/10, The Rare Breed has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.

Where to watch. In US you can rent or buy it from Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies and YouTube. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Rare Breed page.

If you liked it. Fans of The Rare Breed 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 Rare Breed (1966)?
In US, The Rare Breed is available to rent or buy from Amazon Video, Apple TV Store and Google Play Movies. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
Is The Rare Breed worth watching?
The Rare Breed 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 The Rare Breed?
The Rare Breed stars James Stewart, Maureen O'Hara, Brian Keith, Juliet Mills and Don Galloway.
When was The Rare Breed released?
The Rare Breed was released in 1966, with a runtime of about 97 minutes.