Rio Grande 1950
“John Ford's Most Powerful Drama. The Breathtaking Saga of the United States Cavalry! The third installment of John Ford's trilogy...”
What is Rio Grande?
Rio Grande is a film first released in 1950. Catalogued under Western.
- Type
- Film
- Year
- 1950
- Status
- Released
- Runtime
- 105 minutes
- Release date
- Nov 15, 1950
- Studios
- Argosy Pictures
- Genres
- Western
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Overview
Rio Grande is a film first released in 1950. Catalogued under Western. Produced and broadcast by Argosy Pictures. Current status: Released.
Should you watch it?
“A frontier commander battles Apache raids while confronting his long‑lost son.”
- John Ford’s direction
- Classic cavalry Western
- Tense father‑son dynamic
- Period portrayals of Native Americans may feel dated
Watch it if you appreciate classic Westerns and John Ford’s cavalry epics.
The film features frontier violence and depictions of conflict with Native Americans, suited for mature viewers.
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Is Rio Grande part of a series?
Yes, it is the third film in John Ford’s cavalry trilogy, following Fort Apache (1948) and She Wore a Yellow Ribbon (1949).
Who directed Rio Grande?
The film was directed by John Ford.
When was Rio Grande released?
It opened in the United States on November 15, 1950.
How long is the film?
The runtime is approximately one hour and forty‑five minutes.
What is the central conflict?
Lt. Col. Kirby Yorke must defend settlers from Apache attacks while coping with a troop shortage and his estranged son’s arrival.
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