Northwest Passage movie poster

Northwest Passage

1940 · 2h 6m · Released

NR Adventure, History, War, Drama

Based on the Kenneth Roberts novel of the same name, this film tells the story of two friends who join Rogers' Rangers, as the legendary elite force engages the enemy during the French and Indian War. The film focuses on their famous raid at Fort St. Francis and their marches before and after the battle.

Read the book by Kenneth Roberts

Ratings

Based on audience scores
6.6 The Movie Database
N/A IMDb
N/A Rotten Tomatoes
N/A Metacritic

Where to stream Northwest Passage

Streaming now in the United States on Mometu.

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Trailer

Northwest Passage - Trailer

Top cast and crew

King Vidor Director
Spencer Tracy Major Robert Rogers
Robert Young Langdon Towne
Walter Brennan 'Hunk' Marriner
Ruth Hussey Elizabeth Browne
Nat Pendleton 'Cap' Huff
LH Louis Hector Reverend Browne
Robert Barrat Humphrey Towne
Lumsden Hare Lord Amherst
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Frequently asked questions about Northwest Passage

Where can I watch Northwest Passage in the United States?

Northwest Passage is available to stream on Mometu in the United States, and to rent or buy on Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube, and Fandango At Home. Streaming availability is provided by JustWatch and can change over time.

Can I watch Northwest Passage for free?

Northwest Passage streams free with ads in the United States on Mometu. A subscription is not required, though the service may ask you to register.

What are the ratings for Northwest Passage?

Northwest Passage scores 6.6 on The Movie Database.

Who stars in Northwest Passage?

Northwest Passage stars Spencer Tracy, Robert Young, Walter Brennan, Ruth Hussey, and Nat Pendleton. King Vidor is the director.

How long is Northwest Passage?

Northwest Passage runs 2h 6m (126 minutes).

When did Northwest Passage come out?

Northwest Passage was released on February 23, 1940.

Which studio made Northwest Passage?

Northwest Passage was produced by Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer in the United States.

What languages is Northwest Passage in?

Northwest Passage is in Hungarian and English, and its original language is English.

Ratings and streaming availability are aggregated from third-party sources; metadata from The Movie Database (TMDB), streaming data from JustWatch. This product uses the TMDB API but is not endorsed or certified by TMDB. Streaming availability checked September 2026.

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