The Indian Fighter
“Only one man has the power to stop a war.”
Synopsis
A scout leading a wagon train through hostile Indian country gets involved with a Sioux chief's daughter.
Trailers, Teasers & Extra Featurettes
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The Indian Fighter ≣ 1955 ≣ Trailer
Type: Trailer • Published 2020-05-07
Top Cast
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Kirk Douglas
Johnny Hawks
Elsa Martinelli
Onahti
Walter Matthau
Wes Todd
Diana Douglas
Susan Rogers
Walter Abel
Captain Trask
Lon Chaney Jr.
Chivington
Eduard Franz
Red Cloud
Harry Landers
Grey Wolf / Captain Trask Attaché
Alan Hale Jr.
Will Crabtree
Michael Winkelman
Tommy Rogers
Elisha Cook Jr.
Briggs
Ray Teal
Morgan
Frank Cady
Trader Joe
Hank Worden
Crazy Bear / Guardhouse Keeper
Lane Chandler
Head Settler (uncredited)
Robert "Buzz" Henry
Lt. Shaeffer (uncredited)
William Phipps
Lt. Blake
Release History & Theatrical Window
December 21, 1955
Wide Cinema Exhibition
July 24, 2019
Physical Home Media
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- André de Toth
- Screenplay & Story
- Ben Hecht, Frank Davis
- Original Score
- Franz Waxman
- Original Title
- The Indian Fighter
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 28m
- Production Studios
- Bryna Productions, United Artists
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
André de Toth
Ben Hecht, Frank Davis, Robert L. Richards
Franz Waxman
Wilfrid M. Cline
Richard Cahoon
Kirk Douglas, William Schorr
Department Leadership Roster
Ben Hecht
Screenplay
André de Toth
Director
Frank Davis
Screenplay
Wilfrid M. Cline
Director of Photography
Richard Cahoon
Editor
William Schorr
Producer
Franz Waxman
Original Music Composer
Age Classification & Content Advisories
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International Certification Matrix
FSK 12 — Restricted to viewers aged 12 and older.
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Frequently Asked Questions About The Indian Fighter
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is The Indian Fighter about?
A scout leading a wagon train through hostile Indian country gets involved with a Sioux chief's daughter.
Who directed The Indian Fighter?
The Indian Fighter was directed by André de Toth.
Who stars in The Indian Fighter?
The principal cast of The Indian Fighter includes Kirk Douglas, Elsa Martinelli, Walter Matthau, Diana Douglas, Walter Abel.
When was The Indian Fighter released and how long is it?
The Indian Fighter was released in 1955 with a total runtime of 1h 28m.
Who composed the musical score for The Indian Fighter?
The original motion picture soundtrack for The Indian Fighter was composed by Franz Waxman.
What is the age rating and content advisory for The Indian Fighter?
The Indian Fighter holds official age classifications: DE: 12 (FSK 12 — Restricted to viewers aged 12 and older.).