The Great Sioux Massacre
“Blood-Vengeance Clashed With Custer's Cavalry!”
Synopsis
Colonel Custer, an outspoken believer in fair treatment for the Indians, is ousted from his post and forced into retirement. Fueled by ambition when a Senator Blaine convinces him to run for President, Custer decides to upstage General Terry at Little Big Horn.
Top Cast
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Joseph Cotten
Major Marcus A. Reno
Darren McGavin
Captain Frederick William Benton
Philip Carey
Colonel George Armstrong Custer
Julie Sommars
Caroline Reno
Nancy Kovack
Libbie Custer
John Matthews
Dakota
Michael Pate
Sitting Bull
Don Haggerty
Senator Blaine
Frank Ferguson
General Alfred Howe Terry
Stacy Harris
Mr. Turner
Iron Eyes Cody
Crazy Horse
House Peters Jr.
Mark Cambridge, a reporter
Release History & Theatrical Window
August 31, 1965
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Sidney Salkow
- Screenplay & Story
- Marvin A. Gluck
- Original Score
- Emil Newman, Edward B. Powell
- Original Title
- The Great Sioux Massacre
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 41m
- Production Studios
- Leon Fromkess-Sam Firks Productions, Columbia Pictures
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Sidney Salkow
Marvin A. Gluck, Sidney Salkow
Emil Newman, Edward B. Powell
William Austin
Leon Fromkess
Department Leadership Roster
Sidney Salkow
Director
Marvin A. Gluck
Screenplay
Leon Fromkess
Producer
William Austin
Editor
Frank Tauss
Costume Design
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 The Great Sioux Massacre
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What is The Great Sioux Massacre about?
Colonel Custer, an outspoken believer in fair treatment for the Indians, is ousted from his post and forced into retirement. Fueled by ambition when a Senator Blaine convinces him to run for President, Custer decides to upstage General Terry at Little Big Horn.
Who directed The Great Sioux Massacre?
The Great Sioux Massacre was directed by Sidney Salkow.
Who stars in The Great Sioux Massacre?
The principal cast of The Great Sioux Massacre includes Joseph Cotten, Darren McGavin, Philip Carey, Julie Sommars, Nancy Kovack.
When was The Great Sioux Massacre released and how long is it?
The Great Sioux Massacre was released in 1965 with a total runtime of 1h 41m.
Who composed the musical score for The Great Sioux Massacre?
The original motion picture soundtrack for The Great Sioux Massacre was composed by Emil Newman, Edward B. Powell.
What is the age rating and content advisory for The Great Sioux Massacre?
The Great Sioux Massacre holds official age classifications: DE: 12 (FSK 12 — Restricted to viewers aged 12 and older.).