Overland Mail (1942): cast, story & where to watch
1942 · Film
Released in 1942, Overland Mail is a western film directed by Ford Beebe, running about 279 minutes. “15 chapters of thundering thrills!” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. Two investigators for a stagecoach company are assigned to find out why the company's stages keep being ambushed. They discover that the culprits are white men disguised as Indians, and they set out to discover who is behind the plot.
Who’s in it. Overland Mail stars Lon Chaney Jr. as Jim Lane, Helen Parrish as Barbara Gilbert, Noah Beery Jr. as Sierra Pete and Don Terry as Buckskin Billy Burke, among others.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Overland Mail page.
If you liked it. Fans of Overland Mail 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 Overland Mail (1942)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Overland Mail change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Who stars in Overland Mail?
- Overland Mail stars Lon Chaney Jr., Helen Parrish, Noah Beery Jr., Don Terry and Bob Baker.
- When was Overland Mail released?
- Overland Mail was released in 1942, with a runtime of about 279 minutes.