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Across the Wide Missouri (1951)

"The action, the drama, the men, the women... who blasted their heroic way into a new empire!"

5.919511h 18mEN
AdventureRomanceWestern

Directed by William A. Wellman

Rating

5.9/10

Runtime

1h 18m

Language

EN

Release

October 12, 1951

Director

William A. Wellman

Official Trailer

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Overview

In the 1830's beaver trapper Flint Mitchell and other white men hunt and trap in the then unnamed territories of Montana and Idaho. Flint marries a Blackfoot woman as a way to gain entrance into her people's rich lands, but finds she means more to him than a ticket to good beaver habitat.

Cast

Clark Gable

Clark Gable

Flint Mitchell

Ricardo Montalban

Ricardo Montalban

Ironshirt

John Hodiak

John Hodiak

Brecan

Adolphe Menjou

Adolphe Menjou

Pierre

J. Carrol Naish

J. Carrol Naish

Looking Glass

Jack Holt

Jack Holt

Bear Ghost

Alan Napier

Alan Napier

Capt. Humberstone Lyon

George Chandler

George Chandler

Gowie

Richard Anderson

Richard Anderson

Dick

María Elena Marqués

María Elena Marqués

Kamiah

Bobby Barber

Bobby Barber

Gardipe (uncredited)

Timothy Carey

Timothy Carey

Baptiste DuNord (uncredited)

Introduction

In this latest movie review, we dive deep into Across the Wide Missouri (1951), exploring its intricate plot and standout performances that have everyone talking.

In the 1830's beaver trapper Flint Mitchell and other white men hunt and trap in the then unnamed territories of Montana and Idaho. Flint marries a Blackfoot woman as a way to gain entrance into her people's rich lands, but finds she means more to him than a ticket to good beaver habitat.

🛑 Story ExplainedSpoiler Warning

Our story explained section breaks down the complex narrative of Across the Wide Missouri. 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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