The Hawk of Wild River
1952, English. Directed by Fred F. Sears.
FORTY-FIVE GUNNING...WILD WEST FUNNING!
Steve Martin is sent to Wild River to recover stolen gold and finds the town is being terrorized by The Hawk and his outlaw gang. The Hawk attempts to murder Sheriff Jack Mahoney and is captured and jailed. Steve helps the Hawk break jail and thus makes contact with the bandit gang. He sends a bungling photographer, Smiley Burnette, to warn the sheriff that the gang plan to rob the express office.
- Runtime
- 0h 53m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
- Rated
- NR
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- Released
- 28 February 1952
- Country
- United States of America
- Written by
- Howard J. Green
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The Hawk of Wild River: quick answers
What should I watch before The Hawk of Wild River?
Watch Cyclone Fury (1951), The Kid from Amarillo (1951), Pecos River (1951), and Smoky Canyon (1952) first, plus 6 earlier titles listed on this page.
What comes after The Hawk of Wild River?
Next in the series: Laramie Mountains (1952), The Rough, Tough West (1952), and Junction City (1952).
Is The Hawk of Wild River worth watching?
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How long is The Hawk of Wild River?
The Hawk of Wild River runs 53 minutes (0h 53m).
Does The Hawk of Wild River have a post-credits scene?
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The Hawk of Wild River parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
The Hawk of Wild River is rated NR in India. Check the rating guidance before watching with young children.
Which OTT platform is The Hawk of Wild River on?
The Hawk of Wild River isn’t streaming on any OTT platform in India yet; it released on 28 February 1952. (Checked 13 November 2026.)
What movies are like The Hawk of Wild River?
If you liked The Hawk of Wild River, try El Dorado, Dodge City, Run for Cover.
Who directed The Hawk of Wild River?
The Hawk of Wild River (1952) was directed by Fred F. Sears and stars Charles Starrett, Smiley Burnette, Jock Mahoney.