---
title: "Broken Arrow"
year: 1950
canonical_url: "https://www.archytele.com/show/broken-arrow-1950"
media_type: "movie"
tmdb_id: 37292
imdb_id: null
status: "Released"
runtime_minutes: 93
community_rating: 6.7
vote_count: 0
content_rating: "Unrated"
---

# Broken Arrow (1950) — Television & Cinema Intelligence Dossier

> **Archytele Living Vault Canonical Record**: https://www.archytele.com/show/broken-arrow-1950

## Executive Summary & Cultural Positioning

Broken Arrow is a film first released in 1950. Catalogued under Western, Drama, Romance. Produced and broadcast by 20th Century Fox. Current status: Released.

## The Hook & The Verdict

**The Hook**: "An Indian scout works to stop a war between settlers and Apaches in Arizona."

### Why Watch
- Features a unique western perspective
- Explores cultural conflict

### Caveats & Content Note
- Contains dated racial depictions
- Tone & Suitability: Contains action and conflict typical of a western film.

**Micro-Themes & Vibe Matrix**: western, drama, romance

## Streaming Availability Matrix

Direct streaming licensing updates dynamically. Consult the live tracking interface at https://www.archytele.com/show/broken-arrow-1950#watch.

## Creative Credits

- **Directed by**: Delmer Daves
- **Networks / Studios**: 20th Century Fox

## Key Cast Continuity

- **James Stewart** as *Tom Jeffords*
- **Jeff Chandler** as *Cochise*
- **Debra Paget** as *Sonseeahray*
- **Basil Ruysdael** as *Gen. Oliver Howard*
- **Will Geer** as *Ben Slade*
- **Joyce Mackenzie** as *Terry*
- **Arthur Hunnicutt** as *Milt Duffield*
- **Robert Adler** as *Lonergan - Stage Driver (uncredited)*
- **Trevor Bardette** as *Stage Passenger (uncredited)*
- **Chris Willow Bird** as *Nochalo (uncredited)*

## Canonical Frequently Asked Questions

### Q: When was Broken Arrow released?
The film was released on July 21, 1950.

### Q: What is the runtime of the film?
The film has a runtime of one hour and thirty-three minutes.

### Q: What genres does the film belong to?
The film spans the western, drama, and romance genres.

### Q: Who is the main character?
The main character is Indian scout Tom Jeffords.

### Q: What is the setting of the film?
The film is set in the late 1870s in Arizona.

## Grounded Source Citations

- [Broken Arrow — The Movie Database (TMDB)](https://www.themoviedb.org/movie/37292)

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*Generated by Archytele Open Intelligence Systems. Data verified against TMDB and JustWatch APIs.*