The Texas Rangers (1951): cast, story & where to watch
1951 · Film · ★ 5.7
Released in 1951, The Texas Rangers is a western film directed by Phil Karlson, running about 74 minutes. “One Ranger was one too many for the toughest five in Texas!” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. It's 1874 and the Texas Rangers have been reorganized. But Sam Bass has assembled a group of notorious outlaws into a gang the Rangers are unable to cope with. So the Ranger Major releases two men from prison who are familiar with the movements and locations used by Bass and his men and sends them out to find him.
Who’s in it. The Texas Rangers stars George Montgomery as Johnny Carver, Gale Storm as Helen Fenton, Jerome Courtland as Danny Carver and Noah Beery Jr. as Buff Smith, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.7/10, The Texas Rangers 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 Texas Rangers page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Texas Rangers 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 Texas Rangers (1951)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Texas Rangers change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Texas Rangers worth watching?
- The Texas Rangers holds an audience score of 5.7 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 Texas Rangers?
- The Texas Rangers stars George Montgomery, Gale Storm, Jerome Courtland, Noah Beery Jr. and William Bishop.
- When was The Texas Rangers released?
- The Texas Rangers was released in 1951, with a runtime of about 74 minutes.