Brave Warrior
“SHAWNEES looting...killing...burning in history's fiercest raid!”
Synopsis
In Indiana of the early 1800s, conflict once again arises between the United States and Great Britain over territory and boundaries. Each side endeavors to gain the support of the Shawnee Indian tribes in the area. Governor William Henry Harrison enlists the aid of Steve Rubbell, whose friendship with the Shawnee chief Tecumseh goes back to childhood. Tecumseh's leadership of the Shawnee is contested by his brother, known as The Prophet, who sides with the British. Tecumseh, who grew up as a childhood playmate of Steve and of Laura McGregor, loves Steve as a brother and hopes to marry Laura. But Laura is in love with Steve. Laura's father, Shayne McGregor, secretly leads local support of the British against the Americans, even though it risks the life and love of his daughter. Everything comes to a head at the battle of Tippecanoe.
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Jon Hall
Steve Ruddell
Jay Silverheels
Chief Tecumseh
Christine Larson
Laura Macgregor
Michael Ansara
The Prophet
Harry Cording
Shayne MacGregor
James Seay
Gov. William Henry Harrison
George Eldredge
Captain Barney Demming
Leslie Denison
Gen. Proctor / Bancroft
Rory Mallinson
Barker (as Rory Malinson)
Rusty Wescoatt
Standish
Bert Davidson
Gilbert Simon
Billy Wilkerson
Chief Little Cloud
Gil Perkins
English Lieutenant (as Gilbert V. Perkins)
Fred F. Sears
Opening Narrator (voice) (uncredited)
George Sowards
Wagon Driver (uncredited)
Eddie Parker
Joe (uncredited)
Victor Adamson
Sentry (uncredited)
David Sharpe
Cannon Man (uncredited)
Release History & Theatrical Window
May 31, 1952
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Spencer Gordon Bennet
- Screenplay & Story
- Robert E. Kent
- Original Title
- Brave Warrior
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 13m
- Production Studios
- Esskay Pictures Corporation
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Spencer Gordon Bennet
Robert E. Kent
William V. Skall
Aaron Stell
Sam Katzman
Department Leadership Roster
Robert E. Kent
Writer
Spencer Gordon Bennet
Director
Sam Katzman
Producer
William V. Skall
Director of Photography
Aaron Stell
Editor
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
Not Rated — Evaluated outside standard classification boards.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Brave Warrior
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What is Brave Warrior about?
In Indiana of the early 1800s, conflict once again arises between the United States and Great Britain over territory and boundaries. Each side endeavors to gain the support of the Shawnee Indian tribes in the area. Governor William Henry Harrison enlists the aid of Steve Rubbell, whose friendship with the Shawnee chief Tecumseh goes back to childhood. Tecumseh's leadership of the Shawnee is contested by his brother, known as The Prophet, who sides with the British. Tecumseh, who grew up as a childhood playmate of Steve and of Laura McGregor, loves Steve as a brother and hopes to marry Laura. But Laura is in love with Steve. Laura's father, Shayne McGregor, secretly leads local support of the British against the Americans, even though it risks the life and love of his daughter. Everything comes to a head at the battle of Tippecanoe.
Who directed Brave Warrior?
Brave Warrior was directed by Spencer Gordon Bennet.
Who stars in Brave Warrior?
The principal cast of Brave Warrior includes Jon Hall, Jay Silverheels, Christine Larson, Michael Ansara, Harry Cording.
When was Brave Warrior released and how long is it?
Brave Warrior was released in 1952 with a total runtime of 1h 13m.
What is the age rating and content advisory for Brave Warrior?
Brave Warrior holds official age classifications: US: NR (Not Rated — Evaluated outside standard classification boards.).