The Man from Colorado
Seen it?1948 | 100 min | Western, Drama
Monday Morning Maybeearly ratingWhy it’s a Monday Morning Maybe
With a box office flop and almost no lasting buzz, this one could be a tough watch. Keep your phone handy.
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 Silverado or True Grit, start here.
- The mood
- Thoughtful and character-driven.
- The pace
- Takes its time with its characters, at 1 hr 40 min.
- What might put you off
- Made in 1948: an older pace and style.
Two friends return home after their discharge from the army after the Civil War. However, one of them has had deep-rooted psychological damage due to his experiences during the war, and as his behavior becomes more erratic--and violent--his friend desperately tries to find a way to help him.
How it earned its rating
- CriticsNot counted
Not enough reviews on record yet
- AudiencesNot counted
Not measured yet: not enough ratings
- AwardsNot counted
No major awards or nominations
- Reach & staying powerWeak
Streaming release that reached a small audience so far
- Buzz & cultural impactWeak
Not enough engagement data yet
Trailer
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Cast & crew
Directed by Henry Levin
- Glenn FordCol. Owen Devereaux
- William HoldenCapt. Del Stewart
- Ellen DrewCaroline Emmet
- Ray CollinsBig Ed Carter
- Edgar BuchananDoc Merriam
- Jerome CourtlandJohnny Howard
- James MillicanSgt. Jericho Howard
- Jim BannonNagel
- William PhillipsYork
- David ClarkeMutton McGuire