The Desert's Crucible (1922): cast, story & where to watch
1922 · Film · ★ 9
Released in 1922, The Desert's Crucible is a western film directed by Roy Clements, running about 50 minutes.
What it’s about. Jack Hardy, Sr. sends his son, Jack Hardy Jr., to the American West to "make a man of him" and instill a sense of responsibility. While West, Jack falls in love with Miss Benson, a ranch secretary. To prove his bravery to her after being taunted, Jack successfully breaks a notoriously unmanageable horse. The local villain, Tex Fuller, and his gang target Jack. In a tragic turn, Jack’s half-breed brother, Deerfoot, is killed by a missile intended for Jack. Jack eventually confronts the gang, bringing them to justice and vindicating himself in the eyes of his father and Miss Benson.
Who’s in it. The Desert's Crucible stars Jack Hoxie as Jack Hardy Jr., Evelyn Nelson, Thomas G. Lingham and Claude Payton as Tex Fuller, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 9.0/10, The Desert's Crucible sits among the best-reviewed titles in the catalogue.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Desert's Crucible page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Desert's Crucible 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 Desert's Crucible (1922)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Desert's Crucible change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Desert's Crucible worth watching?
- The Desert's Crucible holds an audience score of 9.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy western. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in The Desert's Crucible?
- The Desert's Crucible stars Jack Hoxie, Evelyn Nelson, Thomas G. Lingham, Claude Payton and Andrée Tourneur.
- When was The Desert's Crucible released?
- The Desert's Crucible was released in 1922, with a runtime of about 50 minutes.