The Hanging Tree
“From The Prize Novel -- A Picture Of Thundering Power!”
Synopsis
Joseph "Doc" Frail is a doctor with a past he's trying to outrun. While in Montana, he comes across a mining camp with a hanging tree and rescues a man named Rune from the noose. With Rune as his servant, Frail decides to settle down, and he takes over as town doctor. He meets Elizabeth, who is suffering from shock, and the two soon fall in love. But when Elizabeth is attacked, Frail's attempt to help her lands them both in trouble.
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The Hanging Tree (1959) Original Trailer [FHD]
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Gary Cooper
Dr. Joseph "Doc" Frail
Maria Schell
Elizabeth Mahler
Karl Malden
Frenchy Plante
George C. Scott
George Grubb
Karl Swenson
Tom Flaunce
Virginia Gregg
Edna Flaunce
John Dierkes
Society Red
King Donovan
Wonder
Ben Piazza
Rune
Emile Avery
Townsman (uncredited)
Fern Barry
Mother (uncredited)
William Benedict
Trapper (uncredited)
Oscar Blank
Townsman (uncredited)
Danny Borzage
Dan (uncredited)
Annette Claudier
Dance Hall Girl (uncredited)
Tex Driscoll
Townsman (uncredited)
Martin Eric
Father (uncredited)
Frank Hagney
Townsman (uncredited)
Release History & Theatrical Window
New York City, New York
Festival / Special Debut
March 13, 1959
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Delmer Daves
- Screenplay & Story
- Halsted Welles, Wendell Mayes
- Original Score
- Max Steiner
- Original Title
- The Hanging Tree
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 47m
- Production Studios
- Baroda, Warner Bros. Pictures
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Delmer Daves
Halsted Welles, Wendell Mayes, Dorothy M. Johnson
Max Steiner
Ted D. McCord
Owen Marks
Martin Jurow, Richard Shepherd
Department Leadership Roster
Halsted Welles
Screenplay
Delmer Daves
Director
Wendell Mayes
Screenplay
Max Steiner
Original Music Composer
Martin Jurow
Producer
Marjorie Best
Costume Design
Ted D. McCord
Director of Photography
Richard Shepherd
Producer
Orry-Kelly
Costume Design
Owen Marks
Editor
Age Classification & Content Advisories
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NR: Not Rated — Evaluated outside standard classification boards.
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Not Rated — Evaluated outside standard classification boards.
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Frequently Asked Questions About The Hanging Tree
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What is The Hanging Tree about?
Joseph "Doc" Frail is a doctor with a past he's trying to outrun. While in Montana, he comes across a mining camp with a hanging tree and rescues a man named Rune from the noose. With Rune as his servant, Frail decides to settle down, and he takes over as town doctor. He meets Elizabeth, who is suffering from shock, and the two soon fall in love. But when Elizabeth is attacked, Frail's attempt to help her lands them both in trouble.
Who directed The Hanging Tree?
The Hanging Tree was directed by Delmer Daves.
Who stars in The Hanging Tree?
The principal cast of The Hanging Tree includes Gary Cooper, Maria Schell, Karl Malden, George C. Scott, Karl Swenson.
When was The Hanging Tree released and how long is it?
The Hanging Tree was released in 1959 with a total runtime of 1h 47m.
Who composed the musical score for The Hanging Tree?
The original motion picture soundtrack for The Hanging Tree was composed by Max Steiner.
Is The Hanging Tree based on a book or true story?
The Hanging Tree is adapted from the following source material: Novel: "Dorothy M. Johnson".
What is the age rating and content advisory for The Hanging Tree?
The Hanging Tree holds official age classifications: US: NR (Not Rated — Evaluated outside standard classification boards.).