Desert Passage (1952): cast, story & where to watch
1952 · Film · ★ 4.3
Released in 1952, Desert Passage is a western film directed by Lesley Selander, running about 62 minutes. “Gun-Storm Thunders Over Stolen Bank Cash!” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. Parolee John Carver seeks the stolen money he has hidden, but so does his girlfriend, lawyer and cellmate. Tom and Chito are hired to get him across the border into Mexico and find themselves caught in the middle.
Who’s in it. Desert Passage stars Tim Holt as Tim Holt, Joan Dixon as Emily Bryce, Walter Reed as John Carver and Dorothy Patrick as Roxie Van Zelt, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 4.3/10, Desert Passage has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. In US you can stream it on YouTube TV and TCM. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Desert Passage page.
If you liked it. Fans of Desert Passage 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 Desert Passage (1952)?
- In US, Desert Passage is available to stream on YouTube TV and TCM. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
- Is Desert Passage worth watching?
- Desert Passage holds an audience score of 4.3 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy western. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Desert Passage?
- Desert Passage stars Tim Holt, Joan Dixon, Walter Reed, Dorothy Patrick and John Dehner.
- When was Desert Passage released?
- Desert Passage was released in 1952, with a runtime of about 62 minutes.