The Gunfight at Dodge City
“The whole wild west watched.. And held its breath.”
Synopsis
Fleeing to Dodge City after killing a man in self defence Masterson finds his brother Ed (Harry Lauter) running for sheriff of the town. When Ed is killed by hired guns of the corrupt incumbent Bat is determined to settle the score with violence but he is convinced by the townspeople that the best way to avenge his brother's death is by taking Ed's place on the ballot. Bat agrees and wins the election but his new role on the right side of the law will lead him to unexpected confrontations as he finds himself torn between his loyalties to his friends and his duties as sheriff.
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The Gunfight at Dodge City ≣ 1959 ≣ Trailer
Type: Trailer • Published 2025-11-02
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Joel McCrea
Bat Masterson
Julie Adams
Pauline Howard
John McIntire
Doc Sam Tremaine
Richard Anderson
Dave Rudabaugh
Nancy Gates
Lily
James Westerfield
Reverend Howard
Walter Coy
Ben Townsend
Don Haggerty
Sheriff Jim Regan
Wright King
Billy Townsend
Harry Lauter
City Marshal Ed Masterson
Timothy Carey
Forbes
John Mitchum
Rowdy Drunken Cowboy
Kasey Rogers
Molly Day
Rayford Barnes
Corporal (uncredited)
Jimmy Dime
Barfly (uncredited)
Charles Horvath
Sgt. Ernie King (uncredited)
Ray Kellogg
Cowboy (uncredited)
Troy Melton
Joe (uncredited)
Release History & Theatrical Window
May 1, 1959
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Joseph M. Newman
- Screenplay & Story
- Martin Goldsmith, Daniel B. Ullman
- Original Score
- Hans J. Salter
- Original Title
- The Gunfight at Dodge City
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 21m
- Production Studios
- The Mirisch Company, United Artists
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Joseph M. Newman
Martin Goldsmith, Daniel B. Ullman
Hans J. Salter
Carl E. Guthrie
Walter Mirisch
Department Leadership Roster
Hans J. Salter
Original Music Composer
Martin Goldsmith
Screenplay
Carl E. Guthrie
Director of Photography
Daniel B. Ullman
Screenplay
Joseph M. Newman
Director
Walter Mirisch
Producer
Age Classification & Content Advisories
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NR: Not Rated — Evaluated outside standard classification boards.
International Certification Matrix
FSK 12 — Restricted to viewers aged 12 and older.
Not Rated — Evaluated outside standard classification boards.
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What is The Gunfight at Dodge City about?
Fleeing to Dodge City after killing a man in self defence Masterson finds his brother Ed (Harry Lauter) running for sheriff of the town. When Ed is killed by hired guns of the corrupt incumbent Bat is determined to settle the score with violence but he is convinced by the townspeople that the best way to avenge his brother's death is by taking Ed's place on the ballot. Bat agrees and wins the election but his new role on the right side of the law will lead him to unexpected confrontations as he finds himself torn between his loyalties to his friends and his duties as sheriff.
Who directed The Gunfight at Dodge City?
The Gunfight at Dodge City was directed by Joseph M. Newman.
Who stars in The Gunfight at Dodge City?
The principal cast of The Gunfight at Dodge City includes Joel McCrea, Julie Adams, John McIntire, Richard Anderson, Nancy Gates.
When was The Gunfight at Dodge City released and how long is it?
The Gunfight at Dodge City was released in 1959 with a total runtime of 1h 21m.
Who composed the musical score for The Gunfight at Dodge City?
The original motion picture soundtrack for The Gunfight at Dodge City was composed by Hans J. Salter.
What is the age rating and content advisory for The Gunfight at Dodge City?
The Gunfight at Dodge City holds official age classifications: DE: 12 (FSK 12 — Restricted to viewers aged 12 and older.); US: NR (Not Rated — Evaluated outside standard classification boards.).