The Raiders (1952): cast, story & where to watch
1952 · Film · ★ 6.2
Released in 1952, The Raiders is a western film directed by Lesley Selander, running about 80 minutes. “The wild Sierras thunder to the last great gold mine wars !” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. A rancher who has staked a claim during the California gold rush goes after the gang of murderous claim-jumpers who have stolen his claim and murdered his wife.
Who’s in it. The Raiders stars Richard Conte as Jan Morrell, Viveca Lindfors as Elena de Ortega, Barbara Britton as Elizabeth Ainsworth and Hugh O'Brian as Hank Purvis, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.2/10, The Raiders 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 Raiders page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Raiders 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 Raiders (1952)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Raiders change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Raiders worth watching?
- The Raiders holds an audience score of 6.2 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 Raiders?
- The Raiders stars Richard Conte, Viveca Lindfors, Barbara Britton, Hugh O'Brian and William Bishop.
- When was The Raiders released?
- The Raiders was released in 1952, with a runtime of about 80 minutes.