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She Wore a Yellow Ribbon
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She Wore a Yellow Ribbon

1949-10-22 · 104 min · ★ 6.9

Drama · Western

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.

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Directors
John Ford
Production companies
Argosy Pictures, RKO Radio Pictures
Countries
United States of America
Status
Released
Budget
USD 1,600,000
Revenue
USD 5,400,000

Top Cast

John WayneJohn WayneCapt. Nathan Cutting Brittles
Joanne DruJoanne DruOlivia Dandridge
John AgarJohn AgarLt. Flint Cohill
Ben JohnsonBen JohnsonSgt. Tyree
Harry Carey Jr.Harry Carey Jr.2nd Lt. Ross Pennell
Victor McLaglenVictor McLaglenFirst Sergeant Quincannon
Mildred NatwickMildred NatwickAbby Allshard
George O'BrienGeorge O'BrienMaj. Mac Allshard
Arthur ShieldsArthur ShieldsDr. O'Laughlin
Michael DuganSgt. Hochbauer
Chief John Big TreeChief John Big TreeChief Pony That Walks
Fred GrahamFred GrahamSgt. Hench
George Sky EagleChief Sky Eagle
Tom TylerTom TylerCpl. Mike Quayne
Noble JohnsonNoble JohnsonChief Red Shirt
Paul FixPaul FixGunrunner (uncredited)
Francis FordFrancis FordConnelly - Fort Stark Suttlers Barman (uncredited)
Cliff LyonsCliff LyonsTrooper Cliff (uncredited)
Frank McGrathFrank McGrathBugler / Indian (uncredited)
Irving PichelIrving PichelNarrator (voice) (uncredited)

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