I Shot Jesse James
1949, English. Directed by Samuel Fuller.
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Bob Ford murders his best friend Jesse James in order to obtain a pardon that will free him to marry his girlfriend Cynthy. The guilt-stricken Ford soon finds himself greeted with derision and open mockery throughout town. He travels to Colorado to try his hand at prospecting in hopes that marriage with Cynthy is still in the cards.
- Runtime
- 1h 21m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
- Rated
- NR
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Popcorn Flick
Fun if you don’t overthink it.
6.2/10 from 66 TMDB viewer ratings.
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Where to watch I Shot Jesse James
I Shot Jesse James is streaming on HBO Max and Criterion Channel in India.
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Cast & crew
- Samuel FullerDirector
- Preston FosterJohn Kelley
- Barbara BrittonCynthy Waters
- John IrelandBob Ford
- Reed HadleyJesse James
- J. Edward BrombergHarry Kane
- Victor KilianSoapy
- Tom TylerFrank James
- Tommy NoonanCharles Ford
- Eddie DunnJoe, Silver King Bartender
- Margia DeanSaloon Singer
- Byron FoulgerSilver King Room Clerk
- Jeni Le GonVeronica, Cynthy's Maid
Details
- Released
- 26 February 1949
- Country
- United States of America
- Written by
- Samuel Fuller
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I Shot Jesse James: quick answers
Is I Shot Jesse James worth watching?
Our verdict is Popcorn Flick: Fun if you don’t overthink it. It scores 6.2/10 from 66 TMDB viewer ratings.
How long is I Shot Jesse James?
I Shot Jesse James runs 81 minutes (1h 21m).
Does I Shot Jesse James have a post-credits scene?
None is listed for I Shot Jesse James. Viewers tag these on TMDB, so a brand-new film may not be tagged yet.
I Shot Jesse James parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
I Shot Jesse James is rated NR in India. Check the rating guidance before watching with young children.
Which OTT platform is I Shot Jesse James on?
I Shot Jesse James is streaming on HBO Max and Criterion Channel in India. (Checked 11 November 2026.)
What movies are like I Shot Jesse James?
If you liked I Shot Jesse James, try In Old Arizona, The Ox-Bow Incident, Yellow Sky.
Who directed I Shot Jesse James?
I Shot Jesse James (1949) was directed by Samuel Fuller and stars Preston Foster, Barbara Britton, John Ireland.