The Covered Wagon
“The Cowards never started and the Weak died on the way.”
Synopsis
Two wagon caravans converge at what is now Kansas City, and combine for the westward push to Oregon. On their quest the pilgrims will experience desert heat, mountain snow, hunger, and Indian attack. To complicate matters further, a love triangle develops, as pretty Molly must chose between Sam, a brute, and Will, the dashing captain of the other caravan. Can Will overcome the skeleton in his closet and win Molly's heart?
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James Cruze-The Covered Wagon (1923)-Early Sequences
Type: Clip • Published 2012-09-16
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Release History & Theatrical Window
March 15, 1923
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- James Cruze
- Screenplay & Story
- Jack Cunningham
- Original Title
- The Covered Wagon
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- No Language
- Runtime
- 1h 38m
- Production Studios
- Paramount Pictures, Famous Players-Lasky Corporation
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
James Cruze
Jack Cunningham, Emerson Hough
Karl Brown
Dorothy Arzner
Jesse L. Lasky
Department Leadership Roster
James Cruze
Director
Howard Greer
Costume Design
Jesse L. Lasky
Producer
Dorothy Arzner
Editor
Jack Cunningham
Screenplay
Karl Brown
Director of Photography
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NR: Not Rated — Evaluated outside standard classification boards.
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Not Rated — Evaluated outside standard classification boards.
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Frequently Asked Questions About The Covered Wagon
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What is The Covered Wagon about?
Two wagon caravans converge at what is now Kansas City, and combine for the westward push to Oregon. On their quest the pilgrims will experience desert heat, mountain snow, hunger, and Indian attack. To complicate matters further, a love triangle develops, as pretty Molly must chose between Sam, a brute, and Will, the dashing captain of the other caravan. Can Will overcome the skeleton in his closet and win Molly's heart?
Who directed The Covered Wagon?
The Covered Wagon was directed by James Cruze.
Who stars in The Covered Wagon?
The principal cast of The Covered Wagon includes Lois Wilson, Alan Hale, Ernest Torrence, Tully Marshall, Charles Ogle.
When was The Covered Wagon released and how long is it?
The Covered Wagon was released in 1923 with a total runtime of 1h 38m.
Is The Covered Wagon based on a book or true story?
The Covered Wagon is adapted from the following source material: Novel: "Emerson Hough".
What is the age rating and content advisory for The Covered Wagon?
The Covered Wagon holds official age classifications: US: NR (Not Rated — Evaluated outside standard classification boards.).