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The Road to Denver (1955): cast, story & where to watch

1955 · Film · ★ 5.3

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Released in 1955, The Road to Denver is a western film directed by Joseph Kane, running about 90 minutes. “Face-To-Face and Pistol-To-Pistol! BROTHER AGAINST BROTHER!” — that tagline sets the tone.

What it’s about. The Mayhew brothers flee from one Texas town to another as older brother Bill repeatedly attempts to keep younger brother Sam out of jail. Bill finally gives up on his younger brother and heads for Colorado. He gets a job and all is well until his brother shows up and takes a job that puts them on opposite sides of the law.

Who’s in it. The Road to Denver stars John Payne as Bill Mayhew, Mona Freeman as Elizabeth Sutton, Lee J. Cobb as Jim Donovan and Ray Middleton as John Sutton, among others.

How it landed. With an audience score of 5.3/10, The Road to Denver has proved divisive with audiences.

Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Road to Denver page.

If you liked it. Fans of The Road to Denver 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 Road to Denver (1955)?
Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Road to Denver change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
Is The Road to Denver worth watching?
The Road to Denver holds an audience score of 5.3 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 Road to Denver?
The Road to Denver stars John Payne, Mona Freeman, Lee J. Cobb, Ray Middleton and Skip Homeier.
When was The Road to Denver released?
The Road to Denver was released in 1955, with a runtime of about 90 minutes.