Mr. Horn (1979): cast, story & where to watch
1979 · Film · ★ 7
Released in 1979, Mr. Horn is a tv movie and western film directed by Jack Starrett, running about 180 minutes. “The true life adventure of the man who caught Geronimo.” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. Western saga based on the legend of frontier folk hero Tom Horn, including his role in the trackdown of Geronimo in the 1880s with his mentor and pal, Al Sieber, the fabled Indian scout, his later days as a Pinkerton detective, and the way he was used by both sides in turn-of-the-century cattle wars, leading to his tragic death.
Who’s in it. Mr. Horn stars David Carradine as Tom Horn, Richard Widmark as Al Sieber, Karen Black as Ernestina Crawford and Richard Masur as Sheriff Ed Smalley, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 7.0/10, Mr. Horn has been warmly received by audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Mr. Horn page.
If you liked it. Fans of Mr. Horn 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 Mr. Horn (1979)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Mr. Horn change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Mr. Horn worth watching?
- Mr. Horn holds an audience score of 7.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy tv movie and western. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in Mr. Horn?
- Mr. Horn stars David Carradine, Richard Widmark, Karen Black, Richard Masur and Clay Tanner.
- When was Mr. Horn released?
- Mr. Horn was released in 1979, with a runtime of about 180 minutes.