---
title: "The Showdown"
year: 1940
canonical_url: "https://www.archytele.com/show/the-showdown-1940"
media_type: "movie"
tmdb_id: 51638
imdb_id: "tt0033047"
status: "Released"
runtime_minutes: 65
community_rating: 6.0
vote_count: 4
content_rating: "NR"
---

# The Showdown (1940) — Television & Cinema Intelligence Dossier

> **Archytele Living Vault Canonical Record**: https://www.archytele.com/show/the-showdown-1940

## Executive Summary & Cultural Positioning

The Showdown is a film first released in 1940. Catalogued under Western. Produced and broadcast by Paramount Pictures, Harry Sherman Productions. Current status: Released.

## The Hook & The Verdict

## Streaming Availability Matrix

| Region | Stream (Subscription) | Free / Ads | Rent / Buy |
| :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- |
| **United States (US)** | None | Fawesome | None |
| **United Kingdom (GB)** | None | None | Amazon Video |
| **Canada (CA)** | None | Tubi TV | None |
| **Australia (AU)** | None | Tubi TV | None |

## Creative Credits

- **Directed by**: Howard Bretherton
- **Networks / Studios**: Paramount Pictures, Harry Sherman Productions

## Key Cast Continuity

- **William Boyd** as *Hopalong Cassidy*
- **Britt Wood** as *Speedy McGinnis*
- **Russell Hayden** as *Lucky Jenkins*
- **Jan Clayton** as *Sue*
- **Morris Ankrum** as *Baron Rendor*
- **Wright Kramer** as *Colonel White*
- **Eddie Dean** as *Marshal*
- **Donald Kirke** as *Harry Cole*
- **Roy Barcroft** as *Bowman*
- **Kermit Maynard** as *Johnson*

## Canonical Frequently Asked Questions

### Q: Where can I stream or watch The Showdown online?
The Showdown is currently available to watch or stream on Mometu, Tubi TV, Fawesome, Amazon Video. Check our live regional availability tracker above for latest direct streaming, subscription, rent, or purchase options.

### Q: Is The Showdown worth watching?
The Showdown holds a community rating of 6.0/10 based on 4 verified viewer ratings. It offers engaging Western for fans of the genre.

### Q: How long is the movie The Showdown and when was it released?
The Showdown is a feature film with a runtime of 65 minutes. It was released in 1940. Release status: Released.

### Q: Who directed The Showdown?
The Showdown was directed by Howard Bretherton.

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