A Distant Trumpet
"From Pulitzer Prize winner Paul Horgan's epic novel of Indians and Indian-fighters"
Originally released in 1964. A Distant Trumpet is a western film. directed by Raoul Walsh.
Starring Troy Donahue, Suzanne Pleshette, and Diane McBain
Synopsis
In 1883, US Cavalry lieutenant Matthew Hazard, newly graduated from West Point, is assigned to isolated Fort Delivery on the Mexican border of Arizona, where he meets commanding officer Teddy Mainwarring's wife Kitty, whom he later rescues from an Indian attack.
Quick Facts
Release Date
May 20, 1964
61 years ago
Runtime
1h 57m
117 minutes total
User Rating
5.3/10
Mixed (28 votes)
Language
English
Original language
Country
United States of America
Production
Director
Top Cast
Troy Donahue
as 2nd Lt. Matthew 'Matt' Hazard
Suzanne Pleshette
as Mrs. Kitty Mainwarring
Diane McBain
as Laura Frelief
James Gregory
as Maj. Gen. Alexander Upton Quaint
William Reynolds
as 1st Lt. Teddy Mainwarring
Claude Akins
as Seely Jones
Kent Smith
as Secretary of War
Bartlett Robinson
as Major Hiram Prescott
Mary Patton
as Jessica Prescott
Larry Ward
as Sgt. Kroger
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Production Companies
- Warner Bros. Pictures
Frequently Asked Questions
What is A Distant Trumpet about?
In 1883, US Cavalry lieutenant Matthew Hazard, newly graduated from West Point, is assigned to isolated Fort Delivery on the Mexican border of Arizona, where he meets commanding officer Teddy Mainw...
Who directed A Distant Trumpet?
A Distant Trumpet was directed by Raoul Walsh.
How long is A Distant Trumpet?
A Distant Trumpet has a runtime of 1 hours and 57 minutes (117 minutes total).
When was A Distant Trumpet released?
A Distant Trumpet was released on May 20, 1964 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in A Distant Trumpet?
The main cast of A Distant Trumpet includes Troy Donahue, Suzanne Pleshette, Diane McBain, James Gregory, William Reynolds.