Cimarron
"Terrific as all creation!"
Originally released in 1931. Cimarron is a western/drama film. directed by Wesley Ruggles. With a runtime of 2h 3m, it's an epic theatrical experience.
Starring Richard Dix, Irene Dunne, and Estelle Taylor
Synopsis
When the government opens up the Oklahoma territory for settlement, restless Yancey Cravat claims a plot of the free land for himself and moves his family there from Wichita. A newspaperman, lawyer, and just about everything else, Cravat soon becomes a leading citizen of the boom town of Osage. Once the town is established, however, he begins to feel confined once again, and heads for the Cherokee Strip, leaving his family behind. During this and other absences, his wife Sabra must learn to take care of herself and soon becomes prominent in her own right.
Quick Facts
Release Date
January 26, 1931
95 years ago
Runtime
2h 3m
123 minutes total
User Rating
5.6/10
Mixed (137 votes)
Budget
$1.4M
Production budget
Box Office
$1.4M
1.0x return
Language
English
Original language
Country
United States of America
Production
Director
Top Cast
Richard Dix
as Yancey Cravat
Irene Dunne
as Sabra Cravat
Estelle Taylor
as Dixie Lee
Nance O'Neil
as Felice Venable
William Collier Jr.
as The Kid
Roscoe Ates
as Jesse Rickey (as Rosco Ates)
George E. Stone
as Sol Levy
Stanley Fields
as Les Yountis
Robert McWade
as Louis Hefner
Edna May Oliver
as Mrs. Tracy Wyatt
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
- Budget
- $1,433,000
- Revenue
- $1,383,000
Production Companies
- RKO Radio Pictures
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Cimarron about?
When the government opens up the Oklahoma territory for settlement, restless Yancey Cravat claims a plot of the free land for himself and moves his family there from Wichita. A newspaperman, lawyer...
Who directed Cimarron?
Cimarron was directed by Wesley Ruggles.
How long is Cimarron?
Cimarron has a runtime of 2 hours and 3 minutes (123 minutes total).
When was Cimarron released?
Cimarron was released on January 26, 1931 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in Cimarron?
The main cast of Cimarron includes Richard Dix, Irene Dunne, Estelle Taylor, Nance O'Neil, William Collier Jr..
Is Cimarron worth watching?
Cimarron has a user rating of 5.6/10 based on 137 reviews, indicating mixed reception from audiences.