The Thundering Trail (1951): cast, story & where to watch

1951 · Film · ★ 4

The Thundering Trail poster

Released in 1951, The Thundering Trail is an action and western film directed by Ron Ormond, running about 55 minutes.

What it’s about. Lash and Fuzzy have been sent to escort the new Governor to the Capitol City. West and his outlaw gang are out to stop them. When Lash's first attempt is foiled, he realizes the Governor's supposedly deaf and dumb servant is the informant and sets a trap for the gang.

Who’s in it. The Thundering Trail stars Lash La Rue as Marshal Lash LaRue, Al St. John as Fuzzy Q. Jones, Sally Anglim as Betty Jo Emery and Archie Twitchell as Governor Tom Emery, among others.

How it landed. With an audience score of 4.0/10, The Thundering Trail 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 Thundering Trail page.

If you liked it. Fans of The Thundering Trail tend to enjoy The Dark Knight, The Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King, Inception and The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring.

Frequently asked

Where can I watch The Thundering Trail (1951)?
Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Thundering Trail change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
Is The Thundering Trail worth watching?
The Thundering Trail holds an audience score of 4.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy action and western. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
Who stars in The Thundering Trail?
The Thundering Trail stars Lash La Rue, Al St. John, Sally Anglim, Archie Twitchell and Ray Bennett.
When was The Thundering Trail released?
The Thundering Trail was released in 1951, with a runtime of about 55 minutes.