The Guns of Fort Petticoat
"GOOD WOMEN...BAD WOMEN...BRAWLING WOMEN...BRAVE WOMEN! They were all soldiers in skirts!"
Originally released in 1957. The Guns of Fort Petticoat is a western/action film. directed by George Marshall. At just 82 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Starring Audie Murphy, Kathryn Grant, and Hope Emerson
Synopsis
Opposing his commanding officer's decision to attack a group of innocent Indians and wipe them out, Lt. Frank Hewitt leaves his post and heads home to Texas. He knows that the attack will send all of the tribes on the warpath and he wants to forewarn everyone. He gets a chilly reception back home however. With most of the men away having enlisted in the Confederate army Frank, a Union officer, is seen by the local women as a traitor. He convinces them of the danger that lies ahead and trains them to repel the attack that will eventually come.
Quick Facts
Release Date
April 1, 1957
68 years ago
Runtime
1h 22m
82 minutes total
User Rating
6.3/10
Good (34 votes)
Language
English
Original language
Country
United States of America
Production
Director
Top Cast
Audie Murphy
as Lt. Frank Hewitt
Kathryn Grant
as Anne Martin
Hope Emerson
as Hannah Lacey
Jeff Donnell
as Mary Wheller
Jeanette Nolan
as Cora Melavan
Sean McClory
as Emmett Kettle
Ernestine Wade
as Hetty
Peggy Maley
as Lucy Conover
Isobel Elsom
as Mrs. Charlotte Ogden
Patricia Tiernan
as Stella Leatham
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Production Companies
- Columbia Pictures
- Brown-Murphy Pictures
Frequently Asked Questions
What is The Guns of Fort Petticoat about?
Opposing his commanding officer's decision to attack a group of innocent Indians and wipe them out, Lt. Frank Hewitt leaves his post and heads home to Texas. He knows that the attack will send all ...
Who directed The Guns of Fort Petticoat?
The Guns of Fort Petticoat was directed by George Marshall.
How long is The Guns of Fort Petticoat?
The Guns of Fort Petticoat has a runtime of 1 hours and 22 minutes (82 minutes total).
When was The Guns of Fort Petticoat released?
The Guns of Fort Petticoat was released on April 1, 1957 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in The Guns of Fort Petticoat?
The main cast of The Guns of Fort Petticoat includes Audie Murphy, Kathryn Grant, Hope Emerson, Jeff Donnell, Jeanette Nolan.