She Wore a Yellow Ribbon
Seen it?1949 | 104 min | Drama, Western
Sunday Safe BetWhy it’s a Sunday Safe Bet
Critics loved it (92% on Rotten Tomatoes). A safe bet when you want something reliable.
Based on critics, audiences, awards, box office and buzz. Details below.Is it for you?
- Who'll love it
- Made for anyone who loves a strong drama. If you loved Stagecoach or The Searchers, start here. Critics rate it higher than audiences do, so it rewards patience more than it chases thrills.
- The mood
- Thoughtful and character-driven.
- The pace
- Takes its time with its characters, at 1 hr 44 min.
- What might put you off
- Made in 1949: an older pace and style.
- Audiences were cooler on it than critics.
On the eve of retirement, Captain Nathan Brittles takes out a last patrol to stop an impending massive Indian attack. Encumbered by women who must be evacuated, Brittles finds his mission imperiled.
How it earned its rating
- CriticsVery strong
92% on Rotten Tomatoes, 87 on Metacritic
- AudiencesSolid
6.9 out of 10
- AwardsSolid
Won 1 Oscar: Best Cinematography, Color.
- Box office & staying powerSolid
$5 million worldwide on a $2 million budget; still draws a steady audience long after release
- Buzz & cultural impactSolid
About 84K people sought it out in the past year
Trailer
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Cast & crew
Directed by John Ford
- John WayneCapt. Nathan Cutting Brittles
- Joanne DruOlivia Dandridge
- John AgarLt. Flint Cohill
- Ben JohnsonSgt. Tyree
- Harry Carey Jr.2nd Lt. Ross Pennell
- Victor McLaglenFirst Sergeant Quincannon
- Mildred NatwickAbby Allshard
- George O'BrienMaj. Mac Allshard
- Arthur ShieldsDr. O'Laughlin
- Michael DuganSgt. Hochbauer