The Hanging Tree (1959)
The Hanging Tree is a 1959 western movie directed by Delmer Daves, with a running time of 1h 47m. It stars Gary Cooper, Maria Schell and Karl Malden.
Joseph "Doc" Frail is a doctor with a past he's trying to outrun. While in Montana, he comes across a mining camp with a hanging tree and rescues a man named Rune from the noose. With Rune as his servant, Frail decides to settle down, and he takes over as town doctor. He meets Elizabeth, who is suffering from shock, and the two soon fall in love. But when Elizabeth is attacked, Frail's attempt to help her lands them both in trouble.
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What is The Hanging Tree about?
Joseph "Doc" Frail is a doctor with a past he's trying to outrun. While in Montana, he comes across a mining camp with a hanging tree and rescues a man named Rune from the noose. With Rune as his servant, Frail decides to settle down, and he takes over as town doctor. He meets Elizabeth, who is suffering from shock, and the two soon fall in love. But when Elizabeth is attacked, Frail's attempt to help her lands them both in trouble.
When was The Hanging Tree released?
The Hanging Tree was released on 19 February 1959.
How long is The Hanging Tree?
The Hanging Tree runs 1h 47m.
Who made The Hanging Tree?
The Hanging Tree was directed by Delmer Daves.
Where can I watch The Hanging Tree?
The Hanging Tree is available on Fawesome, Amazon Video and Apple TV Store.
Where to watch The Hanging Tree
Watch free: Fawesome
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Cast
- Gary Cooper as Dr. Joseph "Doc" Frail
- Maria Schell as Elizabeth Mahler
- Karl Malden as Frenchy Plante
- George C. Scott as George Grubb
- Karl Swenson as Tom Flaunce
- Virginia Gregg as Edna Flaunce
- John Dierkes as Society Red
- King Donovan as Wonder
- Ben Piazza as Rune
- Emile Avery as Townsman (uncredited)
- Fern Barry as Mother (uncredited)
- William Benedict as Trapper (uncredited)