El Dorado (1966)
Kernel Score: 84% · 570 ratings · Rated G
Genres: Western
Released: 1966-12-17
Runtime: 126 minutes
Where to watch El Dorado
- Stream: MGM+
- Free with ads: Kanopy, Hoopla, Fawesome, YouTube Free
- Rent: Prime Video, Apple TV, Google Play, YouTube
- Buy: Prime Video, Apple TV, Google Play, YouTube
US availability, updated 2026-10-23.
Overview
Cole Thornton, a gunfighter for hire, joins forces with an old friend, Sheriff J.P. Harrah. Together with a fighter and a gambler, they help a rancher and his family fight a rival rancher that is trying to steal their water.
El Dorado parents' guide: ages 8+
Parents need to know that this classic Western features gunfights and shows characters drinking liquor.
- Violence & scariness: Moderate — Features gunfights, revolvers, and Old West conflict typical of the genre.
- Drinking, drugs & smoking: Some — Characters are shown drinking liquor.
Fresh Kernels AI-assessed from the official G rating, publicly documented content. A guide for families, not an official rating.
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Director
Cast
- John Wayne as Cole Thornton
- Robert Mitchum as Sheriff J.P. Harrah
- James Caan as Mississippi
- Charlene Holt as Maudie
- Paul Fix as Dr. Miller
- Arthur Hunnicutt as Bull Harris
- Michele Carey as Josephine (Joey) MacDonald
- R.G. Armstrong as Kevin MacDonald
- Ed Asner as Bart Jason
- Christopher George as Nelse McLeod
El Dorado FAQ
Is El Dorado good?
El Dorado has an 84% Kernel Score on Fresh Kernels from 570 audience ratings.
Where can I watch El Dorado?
In the US you can stream El Dorado on MGM+, watch it free with ads on Kanopy, Hoopla, Fawesome and YouTube Free and rent it from Prime Video, Apple TV, Google Play and YouTube.
Is El Dorado OK for kids?
El Dorado is rated G. Fresh Kernels suggests ages 8+. Parents need to know that this classic Western features gunfights and shows characters drinking liquor.
What movies are like El Dorado?
If you liked El Dorado, try Rio Bravo, Hud, Silverado and The Man Who Shot Liberty Valance.