The Arizona Wildcat (1939): cast, story & where to watch

1939 · Film · ★ 5

The Arizona Wildcat poster

Released in 1939, The Arizona Wildcat is a comedy and western film directed by Herbert I. Leeds, running about 69 minutes. “JANE BRINGS HER BRAND OF LAW AND DISORDER TO THE WEST - AND HER OWN BAND OF BANDITS TO SEE THAT IT STICKS!” — that tagline sets the tone.

What it’s about. In 1870 Arizona Jane helps her foster-father ex-bandit (Carrillo) who has been accused of gold robbery.

Who’s in it. The Arizona Wildcat stars Jane Withers as Mary Jane Patterson, Leo Carrillo as Manuel Hernandez, Pauline Moore as Caroline Reed and William Henry as Donald Clark, among others.

How it landed. With an audience score of 5.0/10, The Arizona Wildcat 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 Arizona Wildcat page.

If you liked it. Fans of The Arizona Wildcat tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.

Frequently asked

Where can I watch The Arizona Wildcat (1939)?
Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Arizona Wildcat change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
Is The Arizona Wildcat worth watching?
The Arizona Wildcat holds an audience score of 5.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy and western. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
Who stars in The Arizona Wildcat?
The Arizona Wildcat stars Jane Withers, Leo Carrillo, Pauline Moore, William Henry and Henry Wilcoxon.
When was The Arizona Wildcat released?
The Arizona Wildcat was released in 1939, with a runtime of about 69 minutes.