

She Wore a Yellow Ribbon
1949-10-22 · 104 min · ★ 6.9
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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Production details
- 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 WayneCapt. Nathan Cutting Brittles
Joanne DruOlivia Dandridge
John AgarLt. Flint Cohill
Ben JohnsonSgt. Tyree
Harry Carey Jr.2nd Lt. Ross Pennell
Victor McLaglenFirst Sergeant Quincannon
Mildred NatwickAbby Allshard
George O'BrienMaj. Mac Allshard
Arthur ShieldsDr. O'Laughlin
Chief John Big TreeChief Pony That Walks
Fred GrahamSgt. Hench
Tom TylerCpl. Mike Quayne
Noble JohnsonChief Red Shirt
Paul FixGunrunner (uncredited)
Francis FordConnelly - Fort Stark Suttlers Barman (uncredited)
Cliff LyonsTrooper Cliff (uncredited)
Frank McGrathBugler / Indian (uncredited)
Irving PichelNarrator (voice) (uncredited)Title information and images are supplied by TMDb. Explore our discovery guide for advice on comparing metadata and legal viewing options.
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