She Wore a Yellow Ribbon 1949
“John Ford's new and finest picture of the fighting cavalry!”
What is She Wore a Yellow Ribbon?
She Wore a Yellow Ribbon is a film first released in 1949. Catalogued under Drama, Western.
- Type
- Film
- Year
- 1949
- Status
- Released
- Runtime
- 104 minutes
- Release date
- Oct 22, 1949
- Studios
- Argosy Pictures, RKO Radio Pictures
- Genres
- Drama, Western
- Updated
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Overview
She Wore a Yellow Ribbon is a film first released in 1949. Catalogued under Drama, Western. Produced and broadcast by Argosy Pictures, RKO Radio Pictures. Current status: Released.
Should you watch it?
“A retiring cavalry captain leads a daring patrol to avert a massive Indian attack.”
- John Ford’s masterful direction of cavalry action
- Stunning 1940s western cinematography
- Engaging story of duty on the brink of retirement
- Its deliberate pacing may feel slow to contemporary viewers
Watch it if you appreciate classic westerns that blend duty, drama, and sweeping cavalry scenes.
The film features period war action and traditional western themes, suitable for mature audiences.
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Frequently asked questions
When was She Wore a Yellow Ribbon released?
It premiered in the United States on October 22, 1949.
Who directed the film?
The picture was directed by John Ford.
What genre does the film belong to?
It is classified as a drama and western.
How long is the runtime?
The film runs approximately one hour and forty‑four minutes.
What is the basic premise of the story?
Captain Nathan Brittles takes a final patrol to stop an impending massive Indian attack while evacuating women.
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