The Trackers (1971): cast, story & where to watch

1971 · Film · ★ 5.7

The Trackers poster

Released in 1971, The Trackers is a tv movie and western film directed by Earl Bellamy, running about 73 minutes. “In search of a kidnapped girl deep in forbidden Indian country!” — that tagline sets the tone.

What it’s about. A rancher comes home and finds that his son has been murdered and his daughter kidnapped by a bandit gang. He hires a professional tracker with a reputation for finding his quarry to help him find the gang and rescue his daughter.

Who’s in it. The Trackers stars Sammy Davis Jr. as Ezekiel Smith, Ernest Borgnine as Sam Paxton, Julie Adams as Dora Paxton and Connie Kreski as Becky Paxton, among others.

How it landed. With an audience score of 5.7/10, The Trackers 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 Trackers page.

If you liked it. Fans of The Trackers tend to enjoy Miraculous World: New York, United HeroeZ, Sherlock: The Abominable Bride, Steven Universe: The Movie and Twin Peaks.

Frequently asked

Where can I watch The Trackers (1971)?
Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Trackers change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
Is The Trackers worth watching?
The Trackers holds an audience score of 5.7 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy tv movie and western. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
Who stars in The Trackers?
The Trackers stars Sammy Davis Jr., Ernest Borgnine, Julie Adams, Connie Kreski and Jim Davis.
When was The Trackers released?
The Trackers was released in 1971, with a runtime of about 73 minutes.