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Bugles in the Afternoon
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Bugles in the Afternoon

1952-03-04 · 85 min · ★ 5.4

Western

Old enemies stationed together at an Army post vie for the same woman.

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Directors
Roy Rowland
Production companies
William Cagney Productions, Warner Bros. Pictures
Countries
United States of America
Status
Released

Top Cast

Ray MillandRay MillandKern Shafter
Helena CarterHelena CarterJosephine Russell
Hugh MarloweHugh MarloweCapitano Garnett
Forrest TuckerForrest TuckerDonavan
Barton MacLaneBarton MacLaneCapt. Myles Moylan
George ReevesGeorge ReevesLt. Smith
James MillicanJames MillicanSgt. Hines
Gertrude MichaelGertrude MichaelMay
Stuart RandallStuart RandallBannack Bill
William PhillipsTinney (as William 'Bill' Phillips)
Hugh BeaumontHugh BeaumontLt. Cooke
Bob SteeleBob SteeleRider Who Announces Custer Is Dead
Mary AdamsWoman

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