The Fighting Kentuckian
“ROUGHER, TOUGHER, MORE ROMANTIC THAN EVER!”
Synopsis
John Breen (John Wayne), a Kentucky militiaman falls in love with French exile Fleurette De Marchand (Vera Ralston). He discovers a plot to steal the land that Fleurette's exiles plan to settle on and aims to foil it.
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Type: Trailer • Published 2013-07-01
Top Cast
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John Wayne
John Breen
Vera Ralston
Fleurette De Marchand
Philip Dorn
Col. Georges Geraud
Oliver Hardy
Willie Paine
Marie Windsor
Ann Logan
John Howard
Blake Randolph
Hugo Haas
Gen. Paul De Marchand
Grant Withers
George Hayden
Odette Myrtil
Madame De Marchand
Paul Fix
Beau Merritt
Mae Marsh
Sister Hattie
Dave Anderson
Giles (uncredited)
Jack Pennick
Capt. Dan Carroll
Hank Worden
Abner Todd
Mickey Simpson
Jacques
Chuck Roberson
Militiaman (uncredited)
Bob Bryant
Tug-of-War Participant (uncredited)
Release History & Theatrical Window
September 15, 1949
Wide Cinema Exhibition
November 2, 2010
Physical Home Media
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- George Waggner
- Screenplay & Story
- George Waggner
- Original Score
- George Antheil
- Original Title
- The Fighting Kentuckian
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 40m
- Production Studios
- Republic Pictures, John Wayne Productions
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
George Waggner
George Waggner
George Antheil
Lee Garmes
Richard L. Van Enger
John Wayne
Department Leadership Roster
George Waggner
Director
George Waggner
Screenplay
John Wayne
Producer
Lee Garmes
Director of Photography
Richard L. Van Enger
Editor
Adele Palmer
Costume Design
George Antheil
Original Music Composer
Age Classification & Content Advisories
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PG: Parental Guidance Suggested — May contain mild violence or suggestive material.
International Certification Matrix
Universal — Suitable for all audiences.
Parental Guidance Suggested — May contain mild violence or suggestive material.
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Frequently Asked Questions About The Fighting Kentuckian
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What is The Fighting Kentuckian about?
John Breen (John Wayne), a Kentucky militiaman falls in love with French exile Fleurette De Marchand (Vera Ralston). He discovers a plot to steal the land that Fleurette's exiles plan to settle on and aims to foil it.
Who directed The Fighting Kentuckian?
The Fighting Kentuckian was directed by George Waggner.
Who stars in The Fighting Kentuckian?
The principal cast of The Fighting Kentuckian includes John Wayne, Vera Ralston, Philip Dorn, Oliver Hardy, Marie Windsor.
When was The Fighting Kentuckian released and how long is it?
The Fighting Kentuckian was released in 1949 with a total runtime of 1h 40m.
Who composed the musical score for The Fighting Kentuckian?
The original motion picture soundtrack for The Fighting Kentuckian was composed by George Antheil.
What is the age rating and content advisory for The Fighting Kentuckian?
The Fighting Kentuckian holds official age classifications: GB: U (Universal — Suitable for all audiences.); US: PG (Parental Guidance Suggested — May contain mild violence or suggestive material.).