Wagon Master
"John Ford's lusty successor to "Fort Apache" and "She Wore a Yellow Ribbon""
Originally released in 1950. Wagon Master is a adventure/western film. directed by John Ford. At just 86 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Starring Ben Johnson, Joanne Dru, and Harry Carey, Jr.
Synopsis
Two young horse traders guide a Mormon wagon train to the San Juan Valley and encounter rugged terrain, the cutthroat Clegg gang, hospitable Navajo, and moral challenges on the journey.
Quick Facts
Release Date
April 22, 1950
75 years ago
Runtime
1h 26m
86 minutes total
User Rating
6.6/10
Good (149 votes)
Language
English
Original language
Country
United States of America
Production
Director
Top Cast
Ben Johnson
as Travis Blue
Joanne Dru
as Denver
Harry Carey, Jr.
as Sandy
Ward Bond
as Elder Wiggs
Charles Kemper
as Uncle Shiloh Clegg
Alan Mowbray
as Dr. A. Locksley Hall
Jane Darwell
as Sister Ledyard
Ruth Clifford
as Fleuretty Phyffe
Russell Simpson
as Adam Perkins
Kathleen O'Malley
as Prudence Perkins
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Production Companies
- Argosy Pictures
- RKO Radio Pictures
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Wagon Master about?
Two young horse traders guide a Mormon wagon train to the San Juan Valley and encounter rugged terrain, the cutthroat Clegg gang, hospitable Navajo, and moral challenges on the journey.
Who directed Wagon Master?
Wagon Master was directed by John Ford.
How long is Wagon Master?
Wagon Master has a runtime of 1 hours and 26 minutes (86 minutes total).
When was Wagon Master released?
Wagon Master was released on April 22, 1950 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in Wagon Master?
The main cast of Wagon Master includes Ben Johnson, Joanne Dru, Harry Carey, Jr., Ward Bond, Charles Kemper.
Is Wagon Master worth watching?
Wagon Master has a user rating of 6.6/10 based on 149 reviews, indicating good reception from audiences.