The Lusty Men
1952, English. Directed by Nicholas Ray.
A Fast Buck... A Fast Bronc... A Fast Thrill!
Retired rodeo champion Jeff McCloud agrees to mentor novice rodeo contestant Wes Merritt against the wishes of Merritt's wife who fears the dangers of this rough sport.
- Runtime
- 1h 53m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
- Rated
- NR
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Fun if you don’t overthink it.
6.7/10 from 99 TMDB viewer ratings.
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Where to watch The Lusty Men
The Lusty Men isn’t on a subscription OTT platform in India, but you can rent it or buy it online.
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Cast & crew
- Nicholas RayDirector
- Susan HaywardLouise Merritt
- Robert MitchumJeff McCloud
- Arthur KennedyWes Merritt
- Arthur HunnicuttBooker Davis
- Frank FaylenAl Dawson
- Walter CoyBuster Burgess
- Carol NugentRusty Davis
- Maria HartRosemary Maddox
- Lorna ThayerGrace Burgess
- Burt MustinJeremiah Watrus
- Karen RandleGinny Logan
- Jimmie DoddRed Logan
Details
- Released
- 24 October 1952
- Country
- United States of America
- Written by
- Claude Stanush, David Dortort, Horace McCoy
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The Lusty Men: quick answers
Is The Lusty Men worth watching?
Our verdict is Popcorn Flick: Fun if you don’t overthink it. It scores 6.7/10 from 99 TMDB viewer ratings.
How long is The Lusty Men?
The Lusty Men runs 113 minutes (1h 53m).
Does The Lusty Men have a post-credits scene?
None is listed for The Lusty Men. Viewers tag these on TMDB, so a brand-new film may not be tagged yet.
The Lusty Men parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
The Lusty Men is rated NR in India. Check the rating guidance before watching with young children.
Which OTT platform is The Lusty Men on?
The Lusty Men isn’t on a subscription OTT platform in India, but you can rent it or buy it online. (Checked 10 November 2026.)
What movies are like The Lusty Men?
If you liked The Lusty Men, try The Cowboys, Forty Guns, Frontera.
Who directed The Lusty Men?
The Lusty Men (1952) was directed by Nicholas Ray and stars Susan Hayward, Robert Mitchum, Arthur Kennedy.