The Legend of Van Dorn
Synopsis
A brilliant but disgraced Civil War general gets a second chance in a quiet Tennessee town, but as his bold tactics win battles, a dangerous affair with a married woman, and her jealous husband’s vengeance, threatens to destroy him.
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Type: Trailer • Published 2026-04-10
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Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Shane Stanley
- Screenplay & Story
- Lee Wilson
- Original Score
- Steve Dorff
- Original Title
- The Legend of Van Dorn
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 40m
- Production Studios
- Dysert Communications, Saddle Brook Productions, Film Read, Visual Arts Entertainment
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Shane Stanley
Lee Wilson
Steve Dorff
Joel Layogan
Shane Stanley
Brad Wilson, Alan Dysert, Scott J. Jones
Department Leadership Roster
Lee Wilson
Writer
Shane Stanley
Director
Brad Wilson
Producer
Alan Dysert
Producer
Shane Stanley
Editor
Joel Layogan
Director of Photography
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War: American Civil War
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Frequently Asked Questions About The Legend of Van Dorn
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What is The Legend of Van Dorn about?
A brilliant but disgraced Civil War general gets a second chance in a quiet Tennessee town, but as his bold tactics win battles, a dangerous affair with a married woman, and her jealous husband’s vengeance, threatens to destroy him.
Who directed The Legend of Van Dorn?
The Legend of Van Dorn was directed by Shane Stanley.
Who stars in The Legend of Van Dorn?
The principal cast of The Legend of Van Dorn includes Lee Wilson, D. B. Sweeney, Joe Lando, John James, Ellie Patrikios.
When was The Legend of Van Dorn released and how long is it?
The Legend of Van Dorn was released in 2026 with a total runtime of 1h 40m.
Who composed the musical score for The Legend of Van Dorn?
The original motion picture soundtrack for The Legend of Van Dorn was composed by Steve Dorff.