Westward Ho, The Wagons!
“Walt Disney tells the real story of the fighting families who won the West !”
Synopsis
The pioneering trail to Oregon was littered with constant danger. Yet, the hope of the "promised land" keeps American families westward bound despite overwhelming odds. A calm, clear-thinking pioneer attempts to lead a wagon train through territory occupied by Pawnees and Sioux. Along the way, the hardy settlers face horse thieves, kidnappers, and unpredictable Indian attacks in their push to establish a new life in the rugged West.
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Westward Ho The Wagons!Official
Type: Trailer • Published 2012-03-14
Top Cast
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Fess Parker
John 'Doc' Grayson
Kathleen Crowley
Laura Thompson
Jeff York
Hank Brekenridge
David Stollery
Dan Thompson
Sebastian Cabot
Bissonette
George Reeves
James Stephen
Doreen Tracey
Bobo Stephen
Barbara Woodell
Mrs. Stephen
John War Eagle
Wolf's Brother
Cubby O'Brien
Jerry Stephen
Tommy Cole
Jim Stephen
Leslie Bradley
Spencer Armitage
Morgan Woodward
Obie Foster
Iron Eyes Cody
Many Stars
Anthony Earl Numkena
Little Thunder
Karen Pendleton
Myra Thompson
Jane Liddell
Ruth Benjamin
Jon Locke
Ed Benjamin
Release History & Theatrical Window
December 20, 1956
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- William Beaudine
- Screenplay & Story
- Thomas W. Blackburn
- Original Score
- George Bruns
- Original Title
- Westward Ho, The Wagons!
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 30m
- Production Studios
- Walt Disney Productions
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
William Beaudine
Thomas W. Blackburn
George Bruns
Charles P. Boyle
Cotton Warburton
Bill Walsh
Department Leadership Roster
Charles P. Boyle
Director of Photography
Cotton Warburton
Editor
William Beaudine
Director
Bill Walsh
Producer
Thomas W. Blackburn
Screenplay
George Bruns
Original Music Composer
Age Classification & Content Advisories
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NR: Not Rated — Evaluated outside standard classification boards.
International Certification Matrix
Universal — Suitable for all audiences.
Not Rated — Evaluated outside standard classification boards.
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What is Westward Ho, The Wagons! about?
The pioneering trail to Oregon was littered with constant danger. Yet, the hope of the "promised land" keeps American families westward bound despite overwhelming odds. A calm, clear-thinking pioneer attempts to lead a wagon train through territory occupied by Pawnees and Sioux. Along the way, the hardy settlers face horse thieves, kidnappers, and unpredictable Indian attacks in their push to establish a new life in the rugged West.
Who directed Westward Ho, The Wagons!?
Westward Ho, The Wagons! was directed by William Beaudine.
Who stars in Westward Ho, The Wagons!?
The principal cast of Westward Ho, The Wagons! includes Fess Parker, Kathleen Crowley, Jeff York, David Stollery, Sebastian Cabot.
When was Westward Ho, The Wagons! released and how long is it?
Westward Ho, The Wagons! was released in 1956 with a total runtime of 1h 30m.
Who composed the musical score for Westward Ho, The Wagons!?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Westward Ho, The Wagons! was composed by George Bruns.
What is the age rating and content advisory for Westward Ho, The Wagons!?
Westward Ho, The Wagons! holds official age classifications: FR: TP; GB: U (Universal — Suitable for all audiences.); US: NR (Not Rated — Evaluated outside standard classification boards.).