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The Forty-Niners (1954) : distribution, intrigue et streaming

1954 · Film · ★ 4.5

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Released in 1954, The Forty-Niners is a western film directed by Thomas Carr, running about 71 minutes. “The Gold Lode Had Its Own Set Of Laws!” — that tagline sets the tone.

What it’s about. 1849 California and the Gold Boom. Marshal Sam Nelson goes under cover to find out the identity of a trio of killers.

Who’s in it. The Forty-Niners stars Bill Elliott as Sam Nelson, Virginia Grey as Stella Walker, Harry Morgan as Alf Billings and John Doucette as Ernie Walker, among others.

How it landed. With an audience score of 4.5/10, The Forty-Niners 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 Forty-Niners page.

If you liked it. Fans of The Forty-Niners tend to enjoy Le Bon, la Brute et le Truand, Django Unchained, Il était une fois dans l'Ouest and …Et pour quelques dollars de plus.

Questions fréquentes

Where can I watch The Forty-Niners (1954)?
Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Forty-Niners change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
Is The Forty-Niners worth watching?
The Forty-Niners holds an audience score of 4.5 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 Forty-Niners?
The Forty-Niners stars Bill Elliott, Virginia Grey, Harry Morgan, John Doucette and Lane Bradford.
When was The Forty-Niners released?
The Forty-Niners was released in 1954, with a runtime of about 71 minutes.