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The Gunfighter (1950) | Criteria

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The Gunfighter

United States • English • 1950 • 1h 25m

This film is not currently available on the Criterion Channel

Director

#1053Criterion Collection 3.99/5·14.6K ratings·3.6K reviewson Letterboxd

Synopsis

The fastest gun in the West tries to escape his reputation.

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Credits

Crew

DirectorHenry King

WriterWilliam Bowers, William Sellers

CinematographerArthur C. Miller

ComposerAlfred Newman

EditorBarbara McLean

ProducerNunnally Johnson

Cast

Gregory Peckas Jimmy Ringo

Helen Westcottas Peggy Walsh

Millard Mitchellas Marshal Mark Strett

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Articles

via Criterion Collection

The Gunfighter : You Can’t Go Home AgainK. Austin Collins — Oct 20, 2020
10 Things I Learned: The GunfighterJason Altman — Oct 22, 2020

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Directed by Henry King
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Jean Parkeras Molly

Karl Maldenas Mac

Skip Homeieras Hunt Bromley

Anthony Rossas Deputy Charlie Norris

Verna Feltonas Mrs. August Pennyfeather

Ellen Corbyas Mrs. Devlin

Richard Jaeckelas Eddie

Victor Adamsonas Townsman at Funeral (uncredited)

Murray Alperas Townsman at Funeral (uncredited)

C.E. Andersonas Street Loafer (uncredited)

Carl Andreas Street Loafer (uncredited)

Beulah Archulettaas Indian woman (uncredited)

Gregg Bartonas Pete's Pal (uncredited)

Chet Brandenburgas Townsman at Funeral (uncredited)

Peter Broccoas Card Player (uncredited)

Larry Buchananas Bit Part (uncredited)

Harry Carteras Townsman (uncredited)