Tonka
"The untold story behind the West's strangest legend!"
Originally released in 1958. Tonka is a adventure/drama film. directed by Lewis R. Foster.
Starring Sal Mineo, Philip Carey, and Jerome Courtland
Synopsis
Young Indian brave White Bull captures and tames a wild stallion and names him Tonka. But when White Bull's cruel cousin claims Tonka for his own and mistreats the horse, White Bull sets him free. Tonka finally finds a home with Capt. Keogh and the 7th Calvary, and in 1876, rides into the Battle of Little Big Horn with General Armstrong Custer, becoming its only survivor.
Quick Facts
Release Date
December 25, 1958
67 years ago
Runtime
1h 38m
98 minutes total
User Rating
6.3/10
Good (38 votes)
Language
English
Original language
Country
United States of America
Production
Director
Top Cast
Sal Mineo
as White Bull
Philip Carey
as Captain Myles Keogh
Jerome Courtland
as Lieutenant Henry Nowlan
H.M. Wynant
as Yellow Bull
Joy Page
as Prairie Flower
Britt Lomond
as General George Armstrong Custer
Rafael Campos
as Strong Bear
Herbert Rudley
as Captain Benteen
Sydney Smith
as General Alfred Howe Terry
John War Eagle
as Chief Sitting Bull
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Tonka about?
Young Indian brave White Bull captures and tames a wild stallion and names him Tonka. But when White Bull's cruel cousin claims Tonka for his own and mistreats the horse, White Bull sets him free. ...
Who directed Tonka?
Tonka was directed by Lewis R. Foster.
How long is Tonka?
Tonka has a runtime of 1 hours and 38 minutes (98 minutes total).
When was Tonka released?
Tonka was released on December 25, 1958 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in Tonka?
The main cast of Tonka includes Sal Mineo, Philip Carey, Jerome Courtland, H.M. Wynant, Joy Page.