She Wore a Yellow Ribbon

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

19491h 44m6.9(420 votes)

DramaWestern

Synopsis

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 420 votes.

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Director

John Ford

Cast

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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Where can I watch She Wore a Yellow Ribbon?

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Who stars in She Wore a Yellow Ribbon?

She Wore a Yellow Ribbon stars John Wayne, Joanne Dru, John Agar, and Ben Johnson, and was directed by John Ford.

How long is She Wore a Yellow Ribbon?

She Wore a Yellow Ribbon has a runtime of 1 hour 44 minutes.

When did She Wore a Yellow Ribbon come out?

She Wore a Yellow Ribbon was released in 1949.

What genre is She Wore a Yellow Ribbon?

She Wore a Yellow Ribbon is a drama and western film.

Is She Wore a Yellow Ribbon worth watching?

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.