The Searchers

He had to find her... he had to find her...

19561h 59m7.7(1,634 votes)

Western

Synopsis

As a Civil War veteran spends years searching for a young niece captured by Indians, his motivation becomes increasingly questionable.

The Searchers (1956) is a western film directed by John Ford. It stars John Wayne, Jeffrey Hunter, and Vera Miles. The film runs for 1 hour 59 minutes. Audiences have made it strongly rated, with an average score of 7.7 out of 10 from 1,634 votes.

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Director

John Ford

Cast

John Wayne

Ethan Edwards

Jeffrey Hunter

Martin Pawley

Vera Miles

Laurie Jorgensen

Ward Bond

Rev. Capt. Samuel Johnston Clayton

Natalie Wood

Debbie Edwards

John Qualen

Lars Jorgensen

Olive Carey

Mrs. Jorgensen

Trailer

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Frequently Asked Questions About The Searchers

Where can I watch The Searchers?

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Who stars in The Searchers?

The Searchers stars John Wayne, Jeffrey Hunter, Vera Miles, and Ward Bond, and was directed by John Ford.

How long is The Searchers?

The Searchers has a runtime of 1 hour 59 minutes.

When did The Searchers come out?

The Searchers was released in 1956.

What genre is The Searchers?

The Searchers is a western film.

Is The Searchers worth watching?

The Searchers holds an average audience score of 7.7 out of 10. The best signal, though, is a recommendation from a friend who shares your taste—FriendsRecommend shows you exactly that.