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The Gunfighter
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The Gunfighter

1950-05-26 · 85 min · ★ 7.4

Western

The fastest gun in the West tries to escape his reputation.

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Directors
Henry King
Production companies
20th Century Fox
Countries
United States of America
Status
Released

Top Cast

Gregory PeckGregory PeckJimmy Ringo
Helen WestcottHelen WestcottPeggy Walsh
Millard MitchellMillard MitchellMarshal Mark Strett
Jean ParkerJean ParkerMolly
Karl MaldenKarl MaldenMac
Skip HomeierSkip HomeierHunt Bromley
Anthony RossAnthony RossDeputy Charlie Norris
Verna FeltonVerna FeltonMrs. August Pennyfeather
Ellen CorbyEllen CorbyMrs. Devlin
Richard JaeckelRichard JaeckelEddie
Victor AdamsonVictor AdamsonTownsman at Funeral (uncredited)
Murray AlperMurray AlperTownsman at Funeral (uncredited)
C.E. AndersonC.E. AndersonStreet Loafer (uncredited)
Carl AndreStreet Loafer (uncredited)
Beulah ArchulettaIndian woman (uncredited)
Gregg BartonGregg BartonPete's Pal (uncredited)
Chet BrandenburgChet BrandenburgTownsman at Funeral (uncredited)
Peter BroccoPeter BroccoCard Player (uncredited)
Larry BuchananLarry BuchananBit Part (uncredited)
Harry CarterHarry CarterTownsman (uncredited)

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