The Big Trail
1930, English. Directed by Raoul Walsh.
A mighty drama of the early pioneers
Young scout Breck Coleman leads a wagon train along the dangerous trail to Oregon as he tries to get the affection of the beautiful pioneer Ruth Cameron and plans his revenge on the harsh scoundrels who murdered a friend of his in the past.
- Runtime
- 2h 2m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
- Rated
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Popcorn Flick
Fun if you don’t overthink it.
6.7/10 from 139 TMDB viewer ratings.
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Where to watch The Big Trail
The Big Trail isn’t on a subscription OTT platform in India, but you can watch it free or rent it or buy it online.
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Cast & crew
- Raoul WalshDirector
- John WayneBreck Coleman
- Marguerite ChurchillRuth Cameron
- El BrendelGus
- Tully MarshallZeke
- Tyrone Power Sr.Red Flack
- David RollinsDave Cameron
- Frederick BurtonPa Bascom
- Ian KeithBill Thorpe
- Charles StevensLópez
- Louise CarverGus' Mother-in-law
- Victor AdamsonWagon Train Man (uncredited)
- Phyllis BainbridgePioneer (uncredited)
Details
- Released
- 1 November 1930
- Country
- United States of America
- Written by
- Hal G. Evarts, Marie Boyle, Jack Peabody
- Budget
- $2M
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The Big Trail: quick answers
Is The Big Trail worth watching?
Our verdict is Popcorn Flick: Fun if you don’t overthink it. It scores 6.7/10 from 139 TMDB viewer ratings.
How long is The Big Trail?
The Big Trail runs 122 minutes (2h 2m).
Does The Big Trail have a post-credits scene?
None is listed for The Big Trail. Viewers tag these on TMDB, so a brand-new film may not be tagged yet.
The Big Trail parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
No age rating is listed for The Big Trail yet.
Which OTT platform is The Big Trail on?
The Big Trail isn’t on a subscription OTT platform in India, but you can watch it free or rent it or buy it online. (Checked 9 November 2026.)
What movies are like The Big Trail?
If you liked The Big Trail, try Cimarron, Susannah of the Mounties, Union Pacific.
Who directed The Big Trail?
The Big Trail (1930) was directed by Raoul Walsh and stars John Wayne, Marguerite Churchill, El Brendel.