The Oregon Trail
"When the cry of a frontier on the move was '54-40 or fight' !"
Originally released in 1959. The Oregon Trail is a western film. directed by Gene Fowler Jr.. At just 86 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Starring Fred MacMurray, William Bishop, and Nina Shipman
Synopsis
In 1846, a reporter for the New York Herald joins a wagon train bound for the Oregon Territory. He hopes to confirm a rumor that President Polk is sending in soldiers disguised as settlers in order to strengthen American claims to the Territory.
Quick Facts
Release Date
August 31, 1959
66 years ago
Runtime
1h 26m
86 minutes total
User Rating
5.5/10
Mixed (18 votes)
Language
English
Original language
Country
United States of America
Production
Director
Top Cast
Fred MacMurray
as Neal Harris
William Bishop
as Captain George Wayne
Nina Shipman
as Prudence Cooper
Gloria Talbott
as Shona Hastings
Henry Hull
as George Seton
John Carradine
as Zachariah Garrison
John Dierkes
as Gabe Hastings
Roxene Wells
as Flossie Shoemaker
Elizabeth Patterson
as Maria Cooper
Gene N. Fowler
as Richard Cooper
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Production Companies
- Associated Producers (API)
- 20th Century Fox
Frequently Asked Questions
What is The Oregon Trail about?
In 1846, a reporter for the New York Herald joins a wagon train bound for the Oregon Territory. He hopes to confirm a rumor that President Polk is sending in soldiers disguised as settlers in order...
Who directed The Oregon Trail?
The Oregon Trail was directed by Gene Fowler Jr..
How long is The Oregon Trail?
The Oregon Trail has a runtime of 1 hours and 26 minutes (86 minutes total).
When was The Oregon Trail released?
The Oregon Trail was released on August 31, 1959 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in The Oregon Trail?
The main cast of The Oregon Trail includes Fred MacMurray, William Bishop, Nina Shipman, Gloria Talbott, Henry Hull.