

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.
She Wore a Yellow Ribbon (1949) is a drama and western film directed by John Ford. It stars John Wayne, Joanne Dru, and John Agar. The film runs for 1 hour 44 minutes. Audiences have made it well received, with an average score of 6.9 out of 10 from 414 votes.

John Wayne
Capt. Nathan Cutting Brittles

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

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She Wore a Yellow Ribbon stars John Wayne, Joanne Dru, John Agar, and Ben Johnson, and was directed by John Ford.
She Wore a Yellow Ribbon has a runtime of 1 hour 44 minutes.
She Wore a Yellow Ribbon was released in 1949.
She Wore a Yellow Ribbon is a drama and western film.
She Wore a Yellow Ribbon holds an average audience score of 6.9 out of 10. The best signal, though, is a recommendation from a friend who shares your taste—FriendsRecommend shows you exactly that.
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