Wichita
“THE TRUE SAVAGE STORY OF WYATT EARP!”
Synopsis
Former buffalo hunter and entrepreneur Wyatt Earp arrives in the lawless cattle town of Wichita Kansas. His skill as a gun-fighter makes him a perfect candidate for Marshal, but he refuses the job until he feels morally obligated to bring law and order to this wild town.
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Joel McCrea
Wyatt Earp
Vera Miles
Laurie McCoy
Lloyd Bridges
Gyp Clements
Wallace Ford
Arthur Whiteside
Edgar Buchanan
Doc Black
Peter Graves
Morgan Earp
Keith Larsen
Bat Masterson
Carl Benton Reid
Mayor Andrew Hope
John Smith
Jim Earp
Walter Coy
Sam McCoy
Robert J. Wilke
Ben Thompson
Jack Elam
Al
Mae Clarke
Mrs. McCoy
Walter Sande
Clint Wallace
Robert Anderson
Bank Robber (uncredited)
Gertrude Astor
Saloon Madam (uncredited)
Rayford Barnes
Hal Clements (uncredited)
John Bose
Townsman (uncredited)
Release History & Theatrical Window
July 3, 1955
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Jacques Tourneur
- Screenplay & Story
- Daniel B. Ullman
- Original Score
- Hans J. Salter
- Original Title
- Wichita
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 21m
- Production Studios
- Allied Artists Pictures
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Jacques Tourneur
Daniel B. Ullman, Ned Washington
Hans J. Salter
Harold Lipstein
William Austin
Walter Mirisch
Department Leadership Roster
Jacques Tourneur
Director
Daniel B. Ullman
Screenplay
Walter Mirisch
Producer
Harold Lipstein
Director of Photography
William Austin
Editor
Hans J. Salter
Original Music Composer
Age Classification & Content Advisories
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International Certification Matrix
FSK 12 — Restricted to viewers aged 12 and older.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Wichita
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is Wichita about?
Former buffalo hunter and entrepreneur Wyatt Earp arrives in the lawless cattle town of Wichita Kansas. His skill as a gun-fighter makes him a perfect candidate for Marshal, but he refuses the job until he feels morally obligated to bring law and order to this wild town.
Who directed Wichita?
Wichita was directed by Jacques Tourneur.
Who stars in Wichita?
The principal cast of Wichita includes Joel McCrea, Vera Miles, Lloyd Bridges, Wallace Ford, Edgar Buchanan.
When was Wichita released and how long is it?
Wichita was released in 1955 with a total runtime of 1h 21m.
Who composed the musical score for Wichita?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Wichita was composed by Hans J. Salter.
What is the age rating and content advisory for Wichita?
Wichita holds official age classifications: DE: 12 (FSK 12 — Restricted to viewers aged 12 and older.).