The High Powered Rifle (1960): cast, story & where to watch
1960 · Film · ★ 6
Released in 1960, The High Powered Rifle is a crime film directed by Maury Dexter, running about 62 minutes. “The Explosive Story of a Female” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. A private detective (Willard Parker) falls for the girlfriend (Allison Hayes) of a racketeer whom he believes has targeted him for death.
Who’s in it. The High Powered Rifle stars Willard Parker as Stephen Dancer, Allison Hayes as Sharon Hill, Dan Simmons as Lt. Sam 'Mac' Donald and John Holland as District Attorney, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.0/10, The High Powered Rifle has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The High Powered Rifle page.
If you liked it. Fans of The High Powered Rifle tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, The Godfather Part II and The Dark Knight.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The High Powered Rifle (1960)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The High Powered Rifle change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The High Powered Rifle worth watching?
- The High Powered Rifle holds an audience score of 6.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy crime. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The High Powered Rifle?
- The High Powered Rifle stars Willard Parker, Allison Hayes, Dan Simmons, John Holland and Shirley O'Hara.
- When was The High Powered Rifle released?
- The High Powered Rifle was released in 1960, with a runtime of about 62 minutes.