The Deerslayer
"Bravery, Loyalty and Wilderness Justice"
Originally released in 1978. The Deerslayer is a western/tv movie film. directed by Richard Friedenberg. At just 74 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Starring Steve Forrest, Ned Romero, and John Anderson
Synopsis
Frontiersman Hawkeye and his blood brother Chingachgook attempt to rescue the daughter of a chief who was captured by raiders from a rival tribe in this adaptation of James Fenimore Cooper's "Leatherstocking Tale" of 1841.
Quick Facts
Release Date
December 18, 1978
47 years ago
Runtime
1h 14m
74 minutes total
User Rating
5.0/10
Mixed (2 votes)
Language
English
Original language
Country
United States of America
Production
Director
Top Cast
Steve Forrest
as Hawkeye
Ned Romero
as Chingachgook
John Anderson
as Hutter
Victor Mohica
as Chief Rivenoak
Joan Prather
as Judith Hutter
Charles Dierkop
as Hurry Harry March
Brian Davies
as Lieutenant Plowden
Ted Hamilton
as Sieur de Beaujeur
Betty Ann Carr
as Wa-Tah-Wa
Madeleine Stowe
as Hetty Hutter
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Production Companies
- Schick Sunn Classics
- Sunn Classic Pictures
Frequently Asked Questions
What is The Deerslayer about?
Frontiersman Hawkeye and his blood brother Chingachgook attempt to rescue the daughter of a chief who was captured by raiders from a rival tribe in this adaptation of James Fenimore Cooper's "Leath...
Who directed The Deerslayer?
The Deerslayer was directed by Richard Friedenberg.
How long is The Deerslayer?
The Deerslayer has a runtime of 1 hours and 14 minutes (74 minutes total).
When was The Deerslayer released?
The Deerslayer was released on December 18, 1978 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in The Deerslayer?
The main cast of The Deerslayer includes Steve Forrest, Ned Romero, John Anderson, Victor Mohica, Joan Prather.