Broken Lance
Seen it?1954 | 96 min | Drama, Western
Saturday Specialearly ratingWhy it’s a Saturday Special
It earned strong reviews (86% on Rotten Tomatoes) and it won an Oscar, despite soft box office. A strong pick for the weekend.
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 Shane or Giant, start here.
- The mood
- Thoughtful and character-driven.
- The pace
- Takes its time with its characters, at 1 hr 36 min.
- What might put you off
- Made in 1954: an older pace and style.
Tensions erupt within an Arizona cattle baron's household when his three sons vie for control of the ranch.
How it earned its rating
- CriticsStrong
86% on Rotten Tomatoes
- AudiencesNot counted
Not measured yet: not enough ratings
- AwardsStrong
Won 1 Oscar: Best Story. Won 1 Golden Globe: Best Film Promoting International Understanding. Also nominated for 1 more Oscar.
- Box office & staying powerBelow par
$4 million worldwide; still draws a steady audience long after release
- Buzz & cultural impactSolid
About 33K people sought it out in the past year
Trailer
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Cast & crew
Directed by Edward Dmytryk
- Spencer TracyMatt Devereaux
- Robert WagnerJoe Devereaux
- Jean PetersBarbara
- Richard WidmarkBen Devereaux
- Katy JuradoSeñora Devereaux
- Hugh O'BrianMike Devereaux
- Eduard FranzTwo Moons
- Earl HollimanDenny Devereaux
- E.G. MarshallHorace (The Governor)
- Carl Benton ReidClem Lawton