
Carefree Chuck Connor is on his way west and stops off to see an old friend and his four lads. When his host is killed in a riding accident Chuck realises he must take care of the family. They hit the road and he takes a job on a ranch, but he has to keep the children hidden as his boss hates kids. There's also tension with the neighbouring ranch, and when a girl on the run from her nasty uncle joins the family unannounced Chuck wonders what he has done to deserve all this.
Directed by Hugo Fregonese, Saddle Tramp leans on a strong ensemble — Joel McCrea, Wanda Hendrix, John Russell — to carry a story that balances spectacle with character.
The film landed with audiences for its craft and performances, and remains one of the most talked-about western titles of 1950.
Read More on the Blog
Loading reviews…
A con man heading west to search for gold teams up with a pair of scheming brothers along the way. The trio soon find themselves in the middle of a feud between two rival families and two underhanded land developers.
Get weekly picks and blog posts in your inbox.
Fandango At HomeRent or buy — no subscription needed Rent or Buy