The Dakota Kid (1951): cast, story & where to watch
1951 · Film · ★ 5
Released in 1951, The Dakota Kid is a western film directed by Philip Ford, running about 60 minutes. “From REPUBLIC - Home of Roy Rogers... Rex Allen... Allan "Rocky" Lane... Come the Rough Ridin' Kids!” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. Dakota Kid is a young outlaw who joins a gang headed by Ace Crandall. Crandall's aim is to unseat Sheriff Tom White and then use his power to enrich himself at the community's expense. Dakota impersonates a long-lost nephew of the sheriff, and is made a marshal. Through his association with the sheriff's grandson, Red White and his friend Judy, plus falling in love with Mary Lewis, the Kid gradually reforms.
Who’s in it. The Dakota Kid stars Michael Chapin as Red, Eilene Janssen as Judy Dawson, James Bell as Sheriff Tom White and Danny Morton as Dakota Kid, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.0/10, The Dakota Kid 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 Dakota Kid page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Dakota Kid 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 Dakota Kid (1951)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Dakota Kid change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Dakota Kid worth watching?
- The Dakota Kid holds an audience score of 5.0 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 Dakota Kid?
- The Dakota Kid stars Michael Chapin, Eilene Janssen, James Bell, Danny Morton and Margaret Field.
- When was The Dakota Kid released?
- The Dakota Kid was released in 1951, with a runtime of about 60 minutes.