Night Passage poster

Night Passage (1957)

"This was the night when the naked fury of the McLaines flamed out with consuming vengeance across a terrorized land!"

6.519571h 30mEN
Western

Directed by James Neilson

Rating

6.5/10

Runtime

1h 30m

Language

EN

Release

July 24, 1957

Director

James Neilson

Official Trailer

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Overview

Grant MacLaine, a former railroad troubleshooter, lost his job after letting his outlaw, the Utica Kid, escape. After spending five years wandering the west and earning his living playing the accordion, he is given a second chance by his former boss.

Cast

James Stewart

James Stewart

Grant McLaine

Audie Murphy

Audie Murphy

The Utica Kid

Dan Duryea

Dan Duryea

Whitey Harbin

Dianne Foster

Dianne Foster

Charlotte Drew

Elaine Stewart

Elaine Stewart

Verna Kimball

Brandon De Wilde

Brandon De Wilde

Joey Adams

Jay C. Flippen

Jay C. Flippen

Ben Kimball

Herbert Anderson

Herbert Anderson

Will Renner

Robert J. Wilke

Robert J. Wilke

Concho

Hugh Beaumont

Hugh Beaumont

Jeff Kurth

Jack Elam

Jack Elam

Shotgun

Tommy Cook

Tommy Cook

Howdy Sladen

Introduction

In this latest movie review, we dive deep into Night Passage (1957), exploring its intricate plot and standout performances that have everyone talking.

Grant MacLaine, a former railroad troubleshooter, lost his job after letting his outlaw, the Utica Kid, escape. After spending five years wandering the west and earning his living playing the accordion, he is given a second chance by his former boss.

🛑 Story ExplainedSpoiler Warning

Our story explained section breaks down the complex narrative of Night Passage. The full story follows a progression that challenges typical tropes, leading to a climax that requires careful analysis.

🏆 Final Verdict

5 / 5 Stars

A triumphant piece of cinema that blends gripping narrative with breathtaking visuals.

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