The Alamo (1960)
Kernel Score: 78% · 384 ratings · Rated NR
Genres: War, Adventure, History, Western
Released: 1960-10-23
Runtime: 202 minutes
Where to watch The Alamo
- Stream: Prime Video, MGM+
- Free with ads: Hoopla, Fawesome, YouTube Free, Prime Video (free with ads), Tubi
- Rent: Prime Video, Apple TV, Fandango At Home
- Buy: Prime Video, Apple TV, Fandango At Home
US availability, updated 2026-10-23.
Overview
The legendary true story of a small band of soldiers who sacrificed their lives in hopeless combat against a massive army in order to prevent a tyrant from smashing the new Republic of Texas.
The Alamo parents' guide: ages 11+
Parents need to know that The Alamo is a war epic depicting the historic battle where soldiers sacrificed their lives against overwhelming odds.
- Violence & scariness: Moderate — Depicts a historic battle with combat and death as soldiers fight against a massive army.
Fresh Kernels AI-assessed from the official NR rating, publicly documented content. A guide for families, not an official rating.
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Director
Cast
- John Wayne as Col. Davy Crockett
- Richard Widmark as Jim Bowie
- Laurence Harvey as Col. William Travis
- Frankie Avalon as Smitty
- Patrick Wayne as Capt. James Butler Bonham
- Linda Cristal as Flaca
- Joan O'Brien as Mrs. Sue Dickinson
- Chill Wills as Beekeeper
- Joseph Calleia as Juan Seguin
- Ken Curtis as Capt. Almeron Dickinson
The Alamo FAQ
Is The Alamo good?
The Alamo has a 78% Kernel Score on Fresh Kernels from 384 audience ratings.
Where can I watch The Alamo?
In the US you can stream The Alamo on Prime Video and MGM+, watch it free with ads on Hoopla, Fawesome, YouTube Free, Prime Video (free with ads) and Tubi and rent it from Prime Video, Apple TV and Fandango At Home.
Is The Alamo OK for kids?
The Alamo is rated NR. Fresh Kernels suggests ages 11+. Parents need to know that The Alamo is a war epic depicting the historic battle where soldiers sacrificed their lives against overwhelming odds.
What movies are like The Alamo?
If you liked The Alamo, try News of the World, The Guns of Navarone, Gettysburg and Lawrence of Arabia.