The Searchers (1956)
The Searchers is a 1956 western movie directed by John Ford, with a running time of 1h 59m. It stars John Wayne, Jeffrey Hunter and Vera Miles.
As a Civil War veteran spends years searching for a young niece captured by Indians, his motivation becomes increasingly questionable.
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What is The Searchers about?
As a Civil War veteran spends years searching for a young niece captured by Indians, his motivation becomes increasingly questionable.
When was The Searchers released?
The Searchers was released on 16 May 1956.
How long is The Searchers?
The Searchers runs 1h 59m.
Who made The Searchers?
The Searchers was directed by John Ford.
Where can I watch The Searchers?
The Searchers is available on Criterion Channel, Fawesome, Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Fandango At Home and Google Play Movies.
Where to watch The Searchers
Stream: Criterion Channel
Watch free: Fawesome
Rent: Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Fandango At Home, Google Play Movies, Spectrum On Demand, YouTube
Buy: Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Fandango At Home, Google Play Movies, YouTube
Cast
- John Wayne as Ethan Edwards
- Jeffrey Hunter as Martin Pawley
- Vera Miles as Laurie Jorgensen
- Ward Bond as Rev. Capt. Samuel Johnston Clayton
- Natalie Wood as Debbie Edwards
- John Qualen as Lars Jorgensen
- Olive Carey as Mrs. Jorgensen
- Henry Brandon as Chief Cicatriz (Scar)
- Ken Curtis as Charlie McCorry
- Harry Carey, Jr. as Brad Jorgensen
- Antonio Moreno as Emilio Gabriel Fernandez y Figueroa
- Hank Worden as Mose Harper
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