Official movie poster for Johnny Reno (1966), a action western film

Johnny Reno(1966)

On the trail of justice.

6.5(22)1h 23m1966-03-09
ActionWestern

Johnny Reno Synopsis

The townsfolk are set on lynching an accused killer held in the town lockup. But US Marshal Johnny Reno stands in their way.

Johnny Reno (1966) is a action and western film directed by R.G. Springsteen, released on March 9, 1966 with a runtime of 1h 23m. It stars Dana Andrews, Jane Russell, Lon Chaney Jr. and John Agar. Viewers rate it 6.5 out of 10 across 22 ratings.

Director:
R.G. Springsteen
Writers:
Andrew Craddock, Steve Fisher, Steve Fisher
Producers:
A.C. Lyles
Cinematographer:
Harold E. Stine
Composer:
Jimmie Haskell
Production:
Paramount Pictures, A.C. Lyles Productions
Status:
Released

Johnny Reno (1966) Trailer

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Johnny Reno Reviews & Ratings

Average viewer score of 6.5/10 from 22 ratings.

John Chard

6/10

The mistake I made was being born. Johnny Reno is directed by R.G. Springsteen and written by Steve Fisher and Andrew Craddock. It stars Dana Andrews, Jane Russell, Lyle Bettger, Lon Chaney Jr., John Agar and Tom Drake. A Technicolor/Techniscope production, with music by Jimmie Haskell (title tune song by Jerry Wallace) and cinematography by Harold Stine. Andrews is Johnny Reno, a tough no nonsense U.S. Marshal who…

Reviewed on May 14, 2017

Wuchak

6/10

_**Decent ‘second feature’ mid-60’s Western with Dana Andrews and Jane Russell**_ A Federal marshal (Dana Andrews) rides into Stone Junction with a prisoner (Tom Drake) whom the mayor wants lynched (Lyle Bettger), but he discerns that the mayor’s minions are too gung ho and his captive may be innocent. Jane Russell plays his romantic interest while Lon Chaney Jr. is on hand as the sheriff. “Johnny Reno” (1966) is…

Reviewed on December 30, 2021

CinemaSerf

6/10

Despite the presence of an half decent supporting cast, Dana Andrews doesn't really do much with this disappointingly formulaic western. He is the eponymous federal marshal who has apprehended 'Conners' (Tom Drake) after coming under fire en route to visit 'Nona' (Jane Russell). With his charge safely locked up and protesting his innocence, 'Reno' realises that the townsfolk are scenting blood, and that they don't…

Reviewed on April 17, 2026

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Johnny Reno – Frequently Asked Questions

Where can I watch Johnny Reno online?

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Johnny Reno (1966) is currently available to rent or buy from Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube and Fandango At Home. No subscription streaming option is listed right now, so availability may change.

Who stars in Johnny Reno?

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The main cast of Johnny Reno (1966) includes Dana Andrews, Jane Russell, Lon Chaney Jr., John Agar and Lyle Bettger. The film was directed by R.G. Springsteen. You can see the full cast and crew list, with character names, further up this page.

When was Johnny Reno released?

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Johnny Reno was released on March 9, 1966 and runs for 1h 23m.

Is Johnny Reno worth watching?

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Johnny Reno (1966) holds an average rating of 6.5 out of 10 from 22 viewer votes, and is a good pick if you enjoy action and western films. Read the viewer reviews on this page to decide for yourself.

Is there a trailer for Johnny Reno?

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