The Westward Trail
“EDDIE RIDES THE WESTWARD TRAIL TO GLORY!”
Synopsis
Ann and Tom Howard arrive from the east to take up ranching. But Tom wants to return and forges his sister's name to the deed and sells it to Larson. Eddie knows there is silver ore in the area and that Lawson, who killed the Sheriff, is out to get all the ranches. When Lawson appoints himself the new Sheriff, Eddie organizes the ranchers to fight Lawson and his men.
Top Cast
Explore Star Directory →
Release History & Theatrical Window
March 13, 1948
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Ray Taylor
- Screenplay & Story
- Robert Alan Miller
- Original Title
- The Westward Trail
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 56m
- Production Studios
- PRC
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Ray Taylor
Robert Alan Miller
Department Leadership Roster
Ray Taylor
Director
Robert Alan Miller
Screenplay
Production Stills & Gallery
Official cinematic photography and background stills for The Westward Trail.
Featured In Curated Collections
Editorial lists, community rankings, and cinematic collections featuring The Westward Trail.
Starz US - Western Movies
Curated list of Most Popular on Starz (US). Updated frequently. Last updated August 28, 2026.
Similar Titles to The Westward Trail
Movies sharing stylistic DNA, tone, and thematic storytelling
7.0
7.2
5.7
6.1
6.5
6.6
5.3
6.1
6.3
9.0
6.5
10.0
4.7
9.0
6.3
5.6
8.0
5.7
6.9
8.0
More Like The Westward Trail
Recommended titles matching themes, cast, and genres.
Frequently Asked Questions About The Westward Trail
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is The Westward Trail about?
Ann and Tom Howard arrive from the east to take up ranching. But Tom wants to return and forges his sister's name to the deed and sells it to Larson. Eddie knows there is silver ore in the area and that Lawson, who killed the Sheriff, is out to get all the ranches. When Lawson appoints himself the new Sheriff, Eddie organizes the ranchers to fight Lawson and his men.
Who directed The Westward Trail?
The Westward Trail was directed by Ray Taylor.
Who stars in The Westward Trail?
The principal cast of The Westward Trail includes Eddie Dean, Roscoe Ates, Phyllis Planchard, Eileene Hardin, Steve Drake.
When was The Westward Trail released and how long is it?
The Westward Trail was released in 1948 with a total runtime of 56m.