The Pony Express (1925): cast, story & where to watch
1925 · Film · ★ 6.1
Released in 1925, The Pony Express is a western film directed by James Cruze.
What it’s about. The Pony Express is a silent 1925 Western film produced by Famous Players-Lasky and distributed by Paramount Pictures. The film was directed by James Cruze and starred his wife Betty Compson along with Ricardo Cortez, Wallace Beery, and George Bancroft.
Who’s in it. The Pony Express stars Betty Compson as Molly Jones, Ricardo Cortez as Jack Weston, Ernest Torrence as 'Ascension' Jones and Wallace Beery as Rhode Island Red, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.1/10, The Pony Express has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Pony Express page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Pony Express 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 The Pony Express (1925)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Pony Express change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Pony Express worth watching?
- The Pony Express holds an audience score of 6.1 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy western. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Pony Express?
- The Pony Express stars Betty Compson, Ricardo Cortez, Ernest Torrence, Wallace Beery and George Bancroft.
- When was The Pony Express released?
- The Pony Express was released in 1925.