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The Searchers
Directed by Sergio Leone
1956•1h 59m•NR•★ 7.7
Western
Synopsis
As a Civil War veteran spends years searching for a young niece captured by Indians, his motivation becomes increasingly questionable.
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Sergio Leone
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Cast & Crew
DirectorJohn Ford
WriterFrank S. Nugent
CinematographyWinton C. Hoch
MusicMax Steiner
Principal Cast
John WayneEthan Edwards
Jeffrey HunterMartin Pawley
Vera MilesLaurie Jorgensen
Ward BondRev. Capt. Samuel Johnston Clayton
Natalie WoodDebbie Edwards
John QualenLars Jorgensen
Olive CareyMrs. Jorgensen
Henry BrandonChief Cicatriz (Scar)
Technical Specifications
Runtime1h 59m (119 mins)
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Production Details
DirectorSergio Leone
LanguagesSpanish, English, Navajo
CountryUS
StudioWarner Bros. Pictures • C.V. Whitney Pictures
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