The Lion and the Horse (1952): cast, story & where to watch
1952 · Film · ★ 5.6
Released in 1952, The Lion and the Horse is a western film directed by Louis King, running about 83 minutes. “King of the wild beasts against king of wild horses!” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. After selling it to a cruel rodeo owner, a cowboy attempts to buy back the wild stallion he snared.
Who’s in it. The Lion and the Horse stars Steve Cochran as Ben Kirby, Ray Teal as Dave Tracy, Bob Steele as Matt Jennings and Sherry Jackson as Jenny, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.6/10, The Lion and the Horse 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 Lion and the Horse page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Lion and the Horse 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 Lion and the Horse (1952)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Lion and the Horse change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Lion and the Horse worth watching?
- The Lion and the Horse holds an audience score of 5.6 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 Lion and the Horse?
- The Lion and the Horse stars Steve Cochran, Ray Teal, Bob Steele, Sherry Jackson and Harry Antrim.
- When was The Lion and the Horse released?
- The Lion and the Horse was released in 1952, with a runtime of about 83 minutes.