Red River (1948)
Red River is a 1948 western film directed by Howard Hawks, with a running time of 2h 13m. It stars John Wayne, Montgomery Clift and Joanne Dru.
Following the Civil War, headstrong rancher Thomas Dunson decides to lead a perilous cattle drive from Texas to Missouri. During the exhausting journey, his persistence becomes tyrannical in the eyes of Matthew Garth, his adopted son and protégé.
Quick answers
What is Red River about?
Following the Civil War, headstrong rancher Thomas Dunson decides to lead a perilous cattle drive from Texas to Missouri. During the exhausting journey, his persistence becomes tyrannical in the eyes of Matthew Garth, his adopted son and protégé.
When was Red River released?
Red River was released on 17 September 1948.
How long is Red River?
Red River runs 2h 13m.
Who made Red River?
Red River was directed by Howard Hawks.
Cast
- John Wayne as Thomas Dunson
- Montgomery Clift as Matthew Garth
- Joanne Dru as Tess Millay
- Walter Brennan as 'Groot' Nadine
- Coleen Gray as Fen
- Harry Carey as Mr. Melville
- John Ireland as Cherry Valance
- Noah Beery Jr. as Buster McGee
- Harry Carey, Jr. as Dan Latimer
- Chief Yowlachie as Quo
- Paul Fix as Teeler Yacey
- Hank Worden as Simms Reeves