Lightnin' Crandall (1937): cast, story & where to watch

1937 · Film · ★ 3

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Released in 1937, Lightnin' Crandall is a romance and western film directed by Sam Newfield, running about 59 minutes. “LIGHTNIN' with a six-gun! LIGHTNIN'...on a horse! LIGHTNIN' with his two fists!” — that tagline sets the tone.

What it’s about. Cowboy with a reputation as the fastest gun in Texas heads to Arizona to leave his past behind, but it keeps catching up to him.

Who’s in it. Lightnin' Crandall stars Bob Steele as Bob Crandall, aka Lightnin' Crandall, Lois January as Sheila Shannon, Charles King as Carson Blaine and Earl Dwire as Parson Durkin, among others.

How it landed. With an audience score of 3.0/10, Lightnin' Crandall has proved divisive with audiences.

Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Lightnin' Crandall page.

If you liked it. Fans of Lightnin' Crandall tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Your Name., Dilwale Dulhania Le Jayenge and Cinema Paradiso.

Frequently asked

Where can I watch Lightnin' Crandall (1937)?
Streaming, rental and purchase options for Lightnin' Crandall change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
Is Lightnin' Crandall worth watching?
Lightnin' Crandall holds an audience score of 3.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy romance and western. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
Who stars in Lightnin' Crandall?
Lightnin' Crandall stars Bob Steele, Lois January, Charles King, Earl Dwire and Ernie Adams.
When was Lightnin' Crandall released?
Lightnin' Crandall was released in 1937, with a runtime of about 59 minutes.