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The Big Trail

"A mighty drama of the early pioneers"

November 1, 1930 2h 2m 6.7/10 (125 votes)

Originally released in 1930. The Big Trail is a drama/western film. directed by Raoul Walsh. With a runtime of 2h 2m, it's an epic theatrical experience.

Starring John Wayne, Marguerite Churchill, and El Brendel

Synopsis

Young scout Breck Coleman leads a wagon train along the dangerous trail to Oregon as he tries to get the affection of the beautiful pioneer Ruth Cameron and plans his revenge on the harsh scoundrels who murdered a friend of his in the past.

Quick Facts

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Release Date November 1, 1930 95 years ago
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Runtime 2h 2m 122 minutes total
User Rating 6.7/10 Good (125 votes)
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Budget $2M Production budget
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Language English Original language
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Country United States of America Production

Director

Production Details

Status
Released
Original Language
EN
Budget
$2,000,000

Production Companies

  • Fox Film Corporation

Frequently Asked Questions

What is The Big Trail about?

Young scout Breck Coleman leads a wagon train along the dangerous trail to Oregon as he tries to get the affection of the beautiful pioneer Ruth Cameron and plans his revenge on the harsh scoundrel...

Who directed The Big Trail?

The Big Trail was directed by Raoul Walsh.

How long is The Big Trail?

The Big Trail has a runtime of 2 hours and 2 minutes (122 minutes total).

When was The Big Trail released?

The Big Trail was released on November 1, 1930 in theaters.

Who are the main actors in The Big Trail?

The main cast of The Big Trail includes John Wayne, Marguerite Churchill, El Brendel, Tully Marshall, Tyrone Power Sr..

Is The Big Trail worth watching?

The Big Trail has a user rating of 6.7/10 based on 125 reviews, indicating good reception from audiences.