She Wore a Yellow Ribbon(1949)
“John Ford's new and finest picture of the fighting cavalry!”
Overview
On the eve of retirement, Captain Nathan Brittles takes out a last patrol to stop an impending massive Indian attack. Encumbered by women who must be evacuated, Brittles finds his mission imperiled.
Director
John Ford
Studio
Argosy Pictures
Budget
$2M
Revenue
$5M
Cast
John Wayne
as Capt. Nathan Cutting Brittles
Joanne Dru
as Olivia Dandridge
John Agar
as Lt. Flint Cohill
Ben Johnson
as Sgt. Tyree
Harry Carey, Jr.
as 2nd Lt. Ross Pennell
Victor McLaglen
as First Sergeant Quincannon
Mildred Natwick
as Abby Allshard
George O'Brien
as Maj. Mac Allshard
Arthur Shields
as Dr. O'Laughlin
Michael Dugan
as Sgt. Hochbauer
Chief John Big Tree
as Chief Pony That Walks
Fred Graham
as Sgt. Hench
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Movie Facts
Release Year
1949
Runtime
1h 44m
Language
English
Rating
6.9 / 10
Budget
$2M
Box Office
$5M
Production Companies
Argosy Pictures • RKO Radio Pictures
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Frequently Asked Questions
Where can I watch She Wore a Yellow Ribbon?▼
Check the "Where to Watch" section above for current streaming platforms, rental options, and purchase links for She Wore a Yellow Ribbon (1949).
What is She Wore a Yellow Ribbon about?▼
On the eve of retirement, Captain Nathan Brittles takes out a last patrol to stop an impending massive Indian attack. Encumbered by women who must be evacuated, Brittles finds his mission imperiled.
Who directed She Wore a Yellow Ribbon?▼
She Wore a Yellow Ribbon was directed by John Ford and released in 1949. It is a drama, western film.
How long is She Wore a Yellow Ribbon?▼
She Wore a Yellow Ribbon has a runtime of 1 hours and 44 minutes (104 minutes total).
Who stars in She Wore a Yellow Ribbon?▼
The cast of She Wore a Yellow Ribbon includes John Wayne as Capt. Nathan Cutting Brittles, Joanne Dru as Olivia Dandridge, John Agar as Lt. Flint Cohill, Ben Johnson as Sgt. Tyree, Harry Carey, Jr. as 2nd Lt. Ross Pennell and more.
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