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Still from Last Train from Gun Hill — Last Train from Gun Hill (1959) — John SturgesPhotographed by Charles Lang

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John Sturges

Last Train from Gun Hill

English / 1959 / 1h 38m

Not streamingNot currently on the Criterion Channel.

Letterboxd: 3.73/5·5.9K ratings·1K reviewson Letterboxd
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Synopsis

A marshal tries to bring the son of an old friend, an autocratic cattle baron, to justice for the rape and murder of his wife.

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Starring Kirk Douglas
Position 13
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October 2021
Position 71

Credits

Crew

DirectorJohn Sturges

WriterJames Poe

CinematographerCharles Lang

Composer

Dimitri Tiomkin

ProducerHal B. Wallis, Paul Nathan

Cast

Kirk Douglasas Marshal Matt Morgan

Anthony Quinnas Craig Belden

Earl Hollimanas Rick Belden, Craig's Son

Carolyn Jonesas Linda, Craig's Girl

Brad Dexteras Beero, Belden Foreman

Brian G. Huttonas Lee Smithers, Rick's Sidekick

Ziva Rodannas Mrs. Catherine Morgan

Bing Russellas Skag, Belden Hand

Val Averyas Steve, Horseshoe Bartender'

Walter Sandeas Gun Hill Sheriff Bartlett

Ty Hardinas Cowboy Loafer

Lars Hendersonas Petey Morgan

Dabbs Greeras Deputy Andy

John Andersonas Salesman

William Newellas Hotel Desk Clerk

Glenn Strangeas Gun Hill Bouncer

Charles Stevensas Keno

Russell Custeras Townsman (uncredited)

Raoul Freemanas Waiter (uncredited)

Sam Harrisas Townsman (uncredited)

Last Train from Gun Hill (1959) | Criteria