She Wore a Yellow Ribbon

(1949)Directed by John Ford104 minDrama, Western
John Ford's new and finest picture of the fighting cavalry!

On the eve of retirement, Captain Nathan Brittles takes out a last patrol to stop an impending massive Indian attack. Encumbered by women who must be evacuated, Brittles finds his mission imperiled.

John Wayneas Capt. Nathan Cutting Brittles
Joanne Druas Olivia Dandridge
John Agaras Lt. Flint Cohill
Ben Johnsonas Sgt. Tyree
Harry Carey, Jr.as 2nd Lt. Ross Pennell
Victor McLaglenas First Sergeant Quincannon
Mildred Natwickas Abby Allshard
George O'Brienas Maj. Mac Allshard
Arthur Shieldsas Dr. O'Laughlin
MDMichael Duganas Sgt. Hochbauer
Chief John Big Treeas Chief Pony That Walks
Fred Grahamas Sgt. Hench
George Sky Eagleas Chief Sky Eagle
Tom Tyleras Cpl. Mike Quayne
Noble Johnsonas Chief Red Shirt
Paul Fixas Gunrunner (uncredited)
Francis Fordas Connelly - Fort Stark Suttlers Barman (uncredited)
Cliff Lyonsas Trooper Cliff (uncredited)
Frank McGrathas Bugler / Indian (uncredited)
Irving Pichelas Narrator (voice) (uncredited)
William Steeleas Officer (uncredited)
Jack Tornekas Officer (uncredited)
Dan Whiteas Trooper (uncredited)
Harry Woodsas Karl Rynders (uncredited)