Westward the Women
There's a deficit of good, honest women in the West, and Roy Whitman wants to change that. His solution is to bring a caravan of over 100 mail-order brides from Chicago to California. It will be a long, difficult and dangerous journey for the women. So Whitman hires hardened, cynical Buck Wyatt to be their guide across the inhospitable frontier. But as disaster strikes on the trail, Buck just might discover that these women are stronger than he thinks.
Critics Sentiment
Women meet prospective husbands and join marriage ceremonies
Young Tony Moroni killed during shooting practice accident
The film recovers from Tony's tragic accidental death to the triumphant wedding finale, rising 3.3 points.
Critics consistently praised this unique western for its authentic portrayal of pioneer women's strength and resilience. The film maintains strong sentiment throughout most hardships, with reviewers appreciating Wellman's unsentimental approach to frontier realities. The heartwarming conclusion provides deeply satisfying emotional payoff that elevates the entire experience.
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Robert Taylor
Buck Wyatt
Denise Darcel
Fifi Danon
Hope Emerson
Patience Hawley
John McIntire
Roy E. Whitman
Julie Bishop
Laurie Smith
Lenore Lonergan
Maggie O'Malley
Henry Nakamura
Ito
Marilyn Erskine
Jean Jackson
Beverly Dennis
Rose Meyers
Renata Vanni
Mrs. Maroni
Frankie Darro
Jean's Awaiting Groom (uncredited)
Roy Jenson
(uncredited)
I. Stanford Jolley
Gambler (uncredited)
Stevie Myers
Pioneer Woman
Carl Pitti
Outrider (uncredited)
Milicent Patrick
Flashy Woman (uncredited)
Ted Adams
Bartender (uncredited)
Raymond Bond
Pioneer Woman (uncredited)
Polly Burson
Preacher (uncredited)
Archie Butler
Outrider (uncredited)
Crew
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