Red Tomahawk (1967): cast, story & where to watch
1967 · Film · ★ 6.8
Released in 1967, Red Tomahawk is a western film directed by R.G. Springsteen, running about 82 minutes. “Hell bent to head off the West's worst massacre!” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. After Custer's defeat an army captain tries to warn a small town that the Sioux are coming. The inhabitants own two machine-guns but don't want to lend them to him.
Who’s in it. Red Tomahawk stars Howard Keel as Capt. Tom York, Joan Caulfield as Dakota Lil McCoy, Broderick Crawford as Columbus Smith and Scott Brady as Ep Wyatt, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.8/10, Red Tomahawk 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 Red Tomahawk page.
If you liked it. Fans of Red Tomahawk 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 Red Tomahawk (1967)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Red Tomahawk change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Red Tomahawk worth watching?
- Red Tomahawk holds an audience score of 6.8 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy western. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Red Tomahawk?
- Red Tomahawk stars Howard Keel, Joan Caulfield, Broderick Crawford, Scott Brady and Wendell Corey.
- When was Red Tomahawk released?
- Red Tomahawk was released in 1967, with a runtime of about 82 minutes.