The Deerslayer (1978): cast, story & where to watch
1978 · Film · ★ 5
Released in 1978, The Deerslayer is a tv movie and western film directed by Richard Friedenberg, running about 74 minutes.
What it’s about. Hawkeye and Chingachcook attempt to rescue the daughter of a chief who was captured by raiders from a rival tribe.
Who’s in it. The Deerslayer stars Steve Forrest as Hawkeye, Ned Romero as Chingachgook, John Anderson as Hutter and Victor Mohica as Chief Rivenoak, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.0/10, The Deerslayer 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 Deerslayer page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Deerslayer tend to enjoy Miraculous World: New York, United HeroeZ, Sherlock: The Abominable Bride, Steven Universe: The Movie and Twin Peaks.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Deerslayer (1978)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Deerslayer change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Deerslayer worth watching?
- The Deerslayer holds an audience score of 5.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy tv movie and western. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Deerslayer?
- The Deerslayer stars Steve Forrest, Ned Romero, John Anderson, Victor Mohica and Joan Prather.
- When was The Deerslayer released?
- The Deerslayer was released in 1978, with a runtime of about 74 minutes.