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4.9 / 10(9 votes)IMDbNR19521h 19mUnited States of America

California Conquest

“California's fight for freedom!”

Synopsis

The period is the 1840s and California is part of Mexico. Many of the citizens wish to become part of the United States. Other countries are also interested and the Russians have established bases in the northern part of the state. To further their hold they have stolen guns and Don Arturo Bordega, a leader of those wanting statehood, is out to recover them.

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CALIFORNIA CONQUEST (1952) Theatrical Trailer - Cornel Wilde, Teresa Wright, Alfonso Bedoya

Type: Trailer • Published 2013-05-24

Release History & Theatrical Window

World Premiere

New York City, New York

Festival / Special Debut

Theatrical Premiere

July 4, 1952

Wide Cinema Exhibition

4K UHD / Blu-ray Debut

February 12, 2021

Physical Home Media

Key Information & Fast Facts

Director
Lew Landers
Screenplay & Story
Robert E. Kent
Original Title
California Conquest
Country of Origin
United States of America
Spoken Languages
English
Runtime
1h 19m
Production Studios
Columbia Pictures

Creative Leadership & Key Crew

Director

Lew Landers

Screenplay & Story

Robert E. Kent

Director of Photography

Ellis W. Carter

Film Editing

Richard Fantl

Producers

Sam Katzman

Department Leadership Roster

Lew Landers

Lew Landers

Director

Ellis W. Carter

Director of Photography

Richard Fantl

Editor

Sam Katzman

Sam Katzman

Producer

Robert E. Kent

Writer

Age Classification & Content Advisories

Official viewer rating standards and content warnings across international classification boards.

Primary: NR

NR: Not Rated — Evaluated outside standard classification boards.

International Certification Matrix

United States (MPAA)NR

Not Rated — Evaluated outside standard classification boards.

Official cinematic photography and background stills for California Conquest.

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Frequently Asked Questions About California Conquest

Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.

What is California Conquest about?

The period is the 1840s and California is part of Mexico. Many of the citizens wish to become part of the United States. Other countries are also interested and the Russians have established bases in the northern part of the state. To further their hold they have stolen guns and Don Arturo Bordega, a leader of those wanting statehood, is out to recover them.

Who directed California Conquest?

California Conquest was directed by Lew Landers.

Who stars in California Conquest?

The principal cast of California Conquest includes Cornel Wilde, Teresa Wright, Alfonso Bedoya, Lisa Ferraday, Eugene Iglesias.

When was California Conquest released and how long is it?

California Conquest was released in 1952 with a total runtime of 1h 19m.

What is the age rating and content advisory for California Conquest?

California Conquest holds official age classifications: US: NR (Not Rated — Evaluated outside standard classification boards.).