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The Searchers (1956)

He had to find her... he had to find her...

  • May 16, 1956
  • 1h 59m
  • NR

7.7/10

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1,652 votes on TMDB

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About This Movie

The Searchers is a 1956 western film directed by John Ford. Its leading cast includes John Wayne, Jeffrey Hunter and Vera Miles. It runs for 1 hour 59 minutes.

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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Time needed
1 hour 59 minutes
Age rating (US)
NR
Language
English
Audience signal
7.7/10 from 1,652 TMDB votes

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Original Theatrical Trailer · plays from YouTube

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Cast

  • John Wayne Ethan Edwards
  • Jeffrey Hunter Martin Pawley
  • Vera Miles Laurie Jorgensen
  • Ward Bond Rev. Capt. Samuel Johnston Clayton
  • Natalie Wood Debbie Edwards
  • John Qualen Lars Jorgensen
  • Olive Carey Mrs. Jorgensen
  • Henry Brandon Chief Cicatriz (Scar)
  • Ken Curtis Charlie McCorry
  • Harry Carey Jr. Brad Jorgensen
  • Antonio Moreno Emilio Gabriel Fernandez y Figueroa
  • Hank Worden Mose Harper
  • Beulah Archuletta Look
  • Walter Coy Aaron Edwards
  • Dorothy Jordan Martha Edwards
  • Pippa Scott Lucy Edwards
  • Patrick Wayne Lt. Greenhill
  • Lana Wood Younger Debbie Edwards

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