Red Sundown
“Out of Texas he rode INTO THE FURY OF DURANGO'S WILDEST HOUR!”
Synopsis
When his life is saved in a shootout by a fellow gunman whose life he in turn had saved, Alex Longmire promises to give up his way of life. Riding into town he finds the only job available is deputy to sheriff Jade Murphy, an honest man caught between small farmers and a local cattle baron. And he has a pretty daughter. So Longmire decides to stay and see if he can use his expertise with firearms for good.
Top Cast
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Rory Calhoun
Alec Longmire
Martha Hyer
Caroline Murphy
Dean Jagger
Jade Murphy
Robert Middleton
Rufus Henshaw
Grant Williams
Chet Swann
Lita Baron
Maria
James Millican
Purvis
Trevor Bardette
Sam Baldwin
Leo Gordon
Rod Zellman
David Kasday
Hughie Clore
Chuck Roberson
Henshaw's Man
Chuck Hayward
Cowpuncher
Gordon Wynn
Townsman
Release History & Theatrical Window
March 1, 1956
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Jack Arnold
- Screenplay & Story
- Martin Berkeley
- Original Score
- Hans J. Salter
- Original Title
- Red Sundown
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 21m
- Production Studios
- Universal International Pictures
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Jack Arnold
Martin Berkeley, Lewis B. Patten
Hans J. Salter
William E. Snyder
Edward Curtiss
Albert Zugsmith
Department Leadership Roster
Jack Arnold
Director
Jay A. Morley Jr.
Costume Design
Albert Zugsmith
Producer
Edward Curtiss
Editor
Martin Berkeley
Screenplay
William E. Snyder
Director of Photography
Age Classification & Content Advisories
Official viewer rating standards and content warnings across international classification boards.
NR: Not Rated — Evaluated outside standard classification boards.
International Certification Matrix
FSK 12 — Restricted to viewers aged 12 and older.
Not Rated — Evaluated outside standard classification boards.
Production Stills & Gallery
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Frequently Asked Questions About Red Sundown
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is Red Sundown about?
When his life is saved in a shootout by a fellow gunman whose life he in turn had saved, Alex Longmire promises to give up his way of life. Riding into town he finds the only job available is deputy to sheriff Jade Murphy, an honest man caught between small farmers and a local cattle baron. And he has a pretty daughter. So Longmire decides to stay and see if he can use his expertise with firearms for good.
Who directed Red Sundown?
Red Sundown was directed by Jack Arnold.
Who stars in Red Sundown?
The principal cast of Red Sundown includes Rory Calhoun, Martha Hyer, Dean Jagger, Robert Middleton, Grant Williams.
When was Red Sundown released and how long is it?
Red Sundown was released in 1956 with a total runtime of 1h 21m.
Who composed the musical score for Red Sundown?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Red Sundown was composed by Hans J. Salter.
What is the age rating and content advisory for Red Sundown?
Red Sundown holds official age classifications: DE: 12 (FSK 12 — Restricted to viewers aged 12 and older.); US: NR (Not Rated — Evaluated outside standard classification boards.).