Hell Bent for Leather (1960): cast, story & where to watch
1960 · Film · ★ 6.1
Released in 1960, Hell Bent for Leather is a western film directed by George Sherman, running about 82 minutes. “Target For Terror!” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. When Clay Santell stops in the town of Sutterville after having his horse stolen, he is mistaken by townspeople for a murderer named Travers. The townspeople capture Santell, and turn him over to lawman Harry Deckett. Deckett, who is tired of chasing the real Travers, decides to kill Santell and pass him off as Travers. Santell escapes from Deckett, taking lovely Janet Gifford hostage in the process. Janet comes to believe Santell's story, and helps him in his struggle to prove his real identity.
Who’s in it. Hell Bent for Leather stars Audie Murphy as Clay Santell, Felicia Farr as Janet, Stephen McNally as Harry Deckett and Robert Middleton as Ambrose, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.1/10, Hell Bent for Leather has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.
Where to watch. In US you can rent or buy it from Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies and YouTube. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Hell Bent for Leather page.
If you liked it. Fans of Hell Bent for Leather 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 Hell Bent for Leather (1960)?
- In US, Hell Bent for Leather is available to rent or buy from Amazon Video, Apple TV Store and Google Play Movies. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
- Is Hell Bent for Leather worth watching?
- Hell Bent for Leather holds an audience score of 6.1 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy western. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Hell Bent for Leather?
- Hell Bent for Leather stars Audie Murphy, Felicia Farr, Stephen McNally, Robert Middleton and James Westmoreland.
- When was Hell Bent for Leather released?
- Hell Bent for Leather was released in 1960, with a runtime of about 82 minutes.