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Davy Crockett, King of the Wild Frontier (1955)

"NOW...on the MOTION PICTURE SCREEN!"

6.419551h 33mEN
AdventureFamilyWestern

Directed by Norman Foster

Rating

6.4/10

Runtime

1h 33m

Language

EN

Release

May 25, 1955

Director

Norman Foster

Official Trailer

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Overview

Legends (and myths) from the life of famed American frontiersman Davy Crockett are depicted in this feature film edited from television episodes. Crockett and his friend George Russel fight in the Creek Indian War. Then Crockett is elected to Congress and brings his rough-hewn ways to the House of R...

Cast

Fess Parker

Fess Parker

Davy Crockett

Buddy Ebsen

Buddy Ebsen

George Russel

Basil Ruysdael

Basil Ruysdael

Gen. / President Andrew Jackson

Hans Conried

Hans Conried

Thimblerig

William Bakewell

William Bakewell

Maj. Tobias Norton

Kenneth Tobey

Kenneth Tobey

Col. Jim Bowie

Pat Hogan

Pat Hogan

Chief Red Stick

Helene Stanley

Helene Stanley

Polly Crockett

Don Megowan

Don Megowan

Col. William Travis

Mike Mazurki

Mike Mazurki

Bigfoot Mason

Nick Cravat

Nick Cravat

Busted Luck

Hank Worden

Hank Worden

Cave Bar Patron (uncredited)

Introduction

In this latest movie review, we dive deep into Davy Crockett, King of the Wild Frontier (1955), exploring its intricate plot and standout performances that have everyone talking.

Legends (and myths) from the life of famed American frontiersman Davy Crockett are depicted in this feature film edited from television episodes. Crockett and his friend George Russel fight in the Creek Indian War. Then Crockett is elected to Congress and brings his rough-hewn ways to the House of Representatives. Finally, Crockett and Russell journey to Texas and the last stand at the Alamo.

🛑 Story ExplainedSpoiler Warning

Our story explained section breaks down the complex narrative of Davy Crockett, King of the Wild Frontier. 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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