What is Fort Apache?
Fort Apache is a film first released in 1948. Catalogued under Western.
- Type
- Film
- Year
- 1948
- Status
- Released
- Runtime
- 128 minutes
- Release date
- May 21, 1948
- Studios
- Argosy Pictures, RKO Radio Pictures
- Genres
- Western
- Updated
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Overview
Fort Apache is a film first released in 1948. Catalogued under Western. Produced and broadcast by Argosy Pictures, RKO Radio Pictures. Current status: Released.
Should you watch it?
“A proud officer’s ambition ignites a deadly clash on the frontier.”
- John Ford’s masterful direction
- stellar performances by Wayne and Fonda
- Reflects period attitudes that may feel dated
Watch it if you appreciate classic westerns with moral complexity.
The film features frontier warfare and intense conflict, making it suitable for mature viewers.
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Frequently asked questions
Who directed Fort Apache?
John Ford directed the film.
Which actors star in the movie?
The cast includes John Wayne, Henry Fonda, Shirley Temple, Pedro Armendáriz, and Ward Bond.
When was Fort Apache released?
It was released in the United States on June 24, 1948.
What is the runtime of the film?
The runtime is approximately 2 hours and 8 minutes.
What central conflict drives the story?
The plot centers on Lieutenant Colonel Owen Thursday’s obsessive quest to confront Apache chief Cochise, defying his subordinates’ counsel.
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