Rio Grande(1950)

Rio Grande (1950), directed by John Ford, is a western film and is available to stream on 8 services in the US. With an IMDb score of 7.0/10 and 73% on Rotten Tomatoes from 388 ratings, it has mixed-to-positive reviews. Released in 1950, the film is a recognisable touchstone of 1950s western, and remains widely watched decades later.

The film stars John Wayne, Maureen O'Hara, and Ben Johnson. At 105 minutes, it's easy to fit into a single evening. It fits comfortably into a single sitting without feeling rushed.

If you're looking to watch Rio Grande online, the best option is MGM Plus Roku Premium Channel for subscribers — included with the standard subscription, no rental required. Prefer not to add another subscription? You can also rent or buy it from Amazon Video, Apple iTunes, and Google Play Movies. If you're picking what to watch next, it shares a vibe with The Three Burials of Melquiades Estrada and Hondo, both of which are available to stream right now.