Phantom Ranger (1938): cast, story & where to watch
1938 · Film · ★ 4.2
Released in 1938, Phantom Ranger is a western film directed by Sam Newfield, running about 53 minutes.
What it’s about. A Treasury Department engraver is being held captive by a counterfeiting gang that wants him to make counterfeit plates for them. A lawman is sent to rescue him.
Who’s in it. Phantom Ranger stars Tim McCoy as Tim Hayes, Suzanne Kaaren as Joan Doyle, Karl Hackett as Sharpe and John St. Polis as Pat Doyle, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 4.2/10, Phantom Ranger has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. In US you can stream it on fuboTV, MGM+ Amazon Channel, Philo and MGM Plus Roku Premium Channel and rent or buy it from FlixFling. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Phantom Ranger page.
If you liked it. Fans of Phantom Ranger 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 Phantom Ranger (1938)?
- In US, Phantom Ranger is available to stream on fuboTV, MGM+ Amazon Channel and Philo, and rent or buy from FlixFling. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
- Is Phantom Ranger worth watching?
- Phantom Ranger holds an audience score of 4.2 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy western. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Phantom Ranger?
- Phantom Ranger stars Tim McCoy, Suzanne Kaaren, Karl Hackett, John St. Polis and John Merton.
- When was Phantom Ranger released?
- Phantom Ranger was released in 1938, with a runtime of about 53 minutes.