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She Wore a Yellow Ribbon (1949)

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John Ford's new and finest picture of the fighting cavalry!

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

Director
John Ford
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    Capt. Nathan Cutting Brittles John Wayne
  • Profile picture of Joanne Dru
    Olivia Dandridge Joanne Dru
  • Profile picture of John Agar
    Lt. Flint Cohill John Agar
  • Profile picture of Ben Johnson
    Sgt. Tyree Ben Johnson
  • Profile picture of Harry Carey, Jr.
    2nd Lt. Ross Pennell Harry Carey, Jr.
  • Profile picture of Victor McLaglen
    First Sergeant Quincannon Victor McLaglen
  • Profile picture of Mildred Natwick
    Abby Allshard ("Old Iron Pants") Mildred Natwick
  • Profile picture of George O’Brien
    Maj. Mac Allshard George O’Brien

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