The Texas Rangers (1936): cast, story & where to watch
1936 · Film · ★ 6.3
Released in 1936, The Texas Rangers is a western film directed by King Vidor, running about 98 minutes. “SEE The wild Indian war dance, the great pitched battle of Rangers and Comanches! SEE The roaring revel in the frontier "Pleasure Palace" at Eldorado! SEE the heart-touching scenes of romance” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. Two down-on-their-luck former outlaws volunteer to be Texas Rangers and find themselves assigned to bring in an old friend, now a notorious outlaw.
Who’s in it. The Texas Rangers stars Fred MacMurray as Jim Hawkins, Jack Oakie as Henry B. 'Wahoo' Jones, Jean Parker as Amanda Bailey and Lloyd Nolan as Sam 'Polka Dot' McGee, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.3/10, 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 (1936)?
- 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 6.3 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 Fred MacMurray, Jack Oakie, Jean Parker, Lloyd Nolan and Edward Ellis.
- When was The Texas Rangers released?
- The Texas Rangers was released in 1936, with a runtime of about 98 minutes.