The Second Time Around
1961, English. Directed by Vincent Sherman.
She's tangling with he-men who want to stay free-men... And showing you what a gal's gotta do to get a guy to say
In 1911, a widow with two children leaves New York City for territorial Arizona and becomes a ranch hand and later gets herself elected sheriff. A gambler and a rancher become rivals for her affections.
- Runtime
- 1h 39m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
- Rated
- NR
Start now and it ends at ….
Too new to call
Not enough people have rated it yet for a verdict.
Seen it? Give your verdict.
Saved privately on this device.
Where to watch The Second Time Around
The Second Time Around isn’t on a subscription OTT platform in India, but you can watch it free or rent it or buy it online.
Free
Tubi TV
Amazon Video
Apple TV Store
Google Play Movies
YouTube
Fandango At HomeAvailability in India as of 8 November 2026. Streaming data by JustWatch.
Cast & crew
- Vincent ShermanDirector
- Debbie ReynoldsLu Rogers
- Steve ForrestDan Jones
- Andy GriffithPat Collins
- Juliet ProwseRena Mitchell
- Thelma RitterAggie Gates
- Ken ScottSheriff Burns
- Isobel ElsomMrs. Rogers
- Rodolfo AcostaRodriguez
- Timothy CareyBonner
- Tom GreenwayDeputy Shack
- Eleanor AudleyMrs. Trask
- Marie BlakeVera Collins
Details
- Released
- 22 December 1961
- Country
- United States of America
- Written by
- Oscar Saul, Clair Huffaker
Check ratings elsewhere
News & fan talk
If you liked The Second Time Around
The Glass Bottom Boat
1966 · 6.3/10
Popcorn FlickFans watch both
McLintock!
1963 · 6.6/10
Popcorn FlickFans watch both
North to Alaska
1960 · 6.5/10
Popcorn FlickFans watch both
The Cheyenne Social Club
1970 · 6.4/10
Popcorn FlickFans watch both
Go West
1940 · 6.6/10
Popcorn FlickRecommended by TMDB viewers
Cat Ballou
1965 · 6.4/10
Popcorn FlickRecommended by TMDB viewers
The Apple Dumpling Gang
1975 · 6.6/10
Popcorn FlickRecommended by TMDB viewers
Support Your Local Gunfighter
1971 · 6.6/10
Popcorn FlickRecommended by TMDB viewers
Scooby-Doo! Shaggy's Showdown
2017 · 7.7/10
Worth the HypeRecommended by TMDB viewers
Paint Your Wagon
1969 · 6.3/10
Popcorn FlickRecommended by TMDB viewers
The Second Time Around: quick answers
Is The Second Time Around worth watching?
The Second Time Around doesn’t have enough ratings for a verdict yet.
How long is The Second Time Around?
The Second Time Around runs 99 minutes (1h 39m).
Does The Second Time Around have a post-credits scene?
None is listed for The Second Time Around. Viewers tag these on TMDB, so a brand-new film may not be tagged yet.
The Second Time Around parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
The Second Time Around is rated NR in India. Check the rating guidance before watching with young children.
Which OTT platform is The Second Time Around on?
The Second Time Around isn’t on a subscription OTT platform in India, but you can watch it free or rent it or buy it online. (Checked 8 November 2026.)
What movies are like The Second Time Around?
If you liked The Second Time Around, try The Glass Bottom Boat, McLintock!, North to Alaska.
Who directed The Second Time Around?
The Second Time Around (1961) was directed by Vincent Sherman and stars Debbie Reynolds, Steve Forrest, Andy Griffith.