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She Wore a Yellow Ribbon
“John Ford's new and finest picture of the fighting cavalry!”
6.9 / 10• 1949• 1h 44m•NR• English
DramaWestern
Storyline
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.
Cast & Crew
John Wayne
Capt. Nathan Cutting Brittles
Lead
Joanne Dru
Olivia Dandridge
John Agar
Lt. Flint Cohill
Ben Johnson
Sgt. Tyree
Harry Carey Jr.
2nd Lt. Ross Pennell
Victor McLaglen
First Sergeant Quincannon
Mildred Natwick
Abby Allshard
George O'Brien
Maj. Mac Allshard
What People Are Saying
4.0
“A staggering achievement of craft and ambition. John Ford's vision lands with breathtaking precision.”
3.0
“Every frame feels alive. She Wore a Yellow Ribbon is the rare release that takes its audience seriously.”
