The Night Riders (1939): cast, story & where to watch
1939 · Film · ★ 5.8
Released in 1939, The Night Riders is a history and western film directed by George Sherman, running about 56 minutes. “SENTINEL OF THE PLAINS!” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. Talbot uses a phony land grant to rule thirteen million acres, taxing everyone heavily and evicting those who won't pay. The Three Mesquiteers becomes mysterious "night riders" to fight this evil.
Who’s in it. The Night Riders stars John Wayne as Stony Brooke, Ray Corrigan as Tucson Smith, Max Terhune as Lullaby Joslin and Doreen McKay as Soledad, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.8/10, The Night Riders 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 Night Riders page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Night Riders tend to enjoy Schindler's List, Saving Private Ryan, Hacksaw Ridge and Green Book.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Night Riders (1939)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Night Riders change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Night Riders worth watching?
- The Night Riders holds an audience score of 5.8 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy history and western. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Night Riders?
- The Night Riders stars John Wayne, Ray Corrigan, Max Terhune, Doreen McKay and Ruth Rogers.
- When was The Night Riders released?
- The Night Riders was released in 1939, with a runtime of about 56 minutes.