The Swordsman
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Synopsis
Young lovers brings two fighting clans together.
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Release History & Theatrical Window
January 2, 1948
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Joseph H. Lewis
- Screenplay & Story
- Wilfred H. Petitt
- Original Score
- Hugo Friedhofer
- Original Title
- The Swordsman
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- German, English
- Runtime
- 1h 20m
- Production Studios
- Columbia Pictures
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Joseph H. Lewis
Wilfred H. Petitt
Hugo Friedhofer
William E. Snyder
Al Clark
Burt Kelly
Department Leadership Roster
Burt Kelly
Producer
Al Clark
Editor
Wilfred H. Petitt
Writer
Joseph H. Lewis
Director
William E. Snyder
Director of Photography
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Frequently Asked Questions About The Swordsman
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is The Swordsman about?
Young lovers brings two fighting clans together.
Who directed The Swordsman?
The Swordsman was directed by Joseph H. Lewis.
Who stars in The Swordsman?
The principal cast of The Swordsman includes Larry Parks, Ellen Drew, George Macready, Edgar Buchanan, Ray Collins.
When was The Swordsman released and how long is it?
The Swordsman was released in 1948 with a total runtime of 1h 20m.
Who composed the musical score for The Swordsman?
The original motion picture soundtrack for The Swordsman was composed by Hugo Friedhofer.