Dances with Wolves(1990)
“Inside everyone is a frontier waiting to be discovered.”
Overview
Wounded Civil War soldier John Dunbar tries to commit suicide—and becomes a hero instead. As a reward, he's assigned to his dream post, a remote junction on the Western frontier, and soon makes unlikely friends with the local Sioux tribe.
Director
Kevin Costner
Studio
Tig Productions
Budget
$22M
Revenue
$424M
Cast
Kevin Costner
as Lieutenant Dunbar
Mary McDonnell
as Stands With A Fist
Graham Greene
as Kicking Bird
Rodney A. Grant
as Wind In His Hair
Floyd 'Red Crow' Westerman
as Ten Bears
Tantoo Cardinal
as Black Shawl
Robert Pastorelli
as Timmons
Charles Rocket
as Lieutenant Elgin
Maury Chaykin
as Major Fambrough
Jimmy Herman
as Stone Calf
Nathan Lee Chasing Horse
as Smiles A Lot
Michael Spears
as Otter
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Movie Facts
Release Year
1990
Runtime
3h 1m
Language
English
Rating
7.8 / 10
Budget
$22M
Box Office
$424M
Production Companies
Tig Productions • Majestic Films International • Allied Filmmakers
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Frequently Asked Questions
Where can I watch Dances with Wolves?▼
Check the "Where to Watch" section above for current streaming platforms, rental options, and purchase links for Dances with Wolves (1990).
What is Dances with Wolves about?▼
Wounded Civil War soldier John Dunbar tries to commit suicide—and becomes a hero instead. As a reward, he's assigned to his dream post, a remote junction on the Western frontier, and soon makes unlikely friends with the local Sioux tribe.
Who directed Dances with Wolves?▼
Dances with Wolves was directed by Kevin Costner and released in 1990. It is a adventure, drama, western film.
How long is Dances with Wolves?▼
Dances with Wolves has a runtime of 3 hours and 1 minutes (181 minutes total).
Who stars in Dances with Wolves?▼
The cast of Dances with Wolves includes Kevin Costner as Lieutenant Dunbar, Mary McDonnell as Stands With A Fist, Graham Greene as Kicking Bird, Rodney A. Grant as Wind In His Hair, Floyd 'Red Crow' Westerman as Ten Bears and more.
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