Cast and Crew of Cheyenne Autumn

Cheyenne Autumn

Cheyenne Autumn is a compelling Western drama that stands out due to its powerful storytelling and nuanced performances. With Richard Widmark portraying Capt. Thomas Archer, a reluctant cavalry captain, and Carroll Baker as Deborah Wright, the characters are brought to life with depth and emotional complexity. The film explores the tense and heartfelt journey of a defiant tribe of migrating Cheyenne, offering viewers a thoughtful examination of cultural conflict and compassion. Visually, the movie captures the expansive landscapes and raw beauty of the American West, enhancing the immersive experience. Its emotional tone balances the grit of frontier challenges with moments of profound humanity, making it both engaging and thought-provoking. This film is best suited for audiences who appreciate historical dramas, Westerns with moral depth, and stories centered on indigenous narratives and personal transformation.

Main Cast of Cheyenne Autumn

Richard Widmark as Capt. Thomas Archer

Richard Widmark

Capt. Thomas Archer
Carroll Baker as Deborah Wright

Carroll Baker

Deborah Wright
Karl Malden as Capt. Wessels

Karl Malden

Capt. Wessels
Sal Mineo as Red Shirt

Sal Mineo

Red Shirt
Dolores del Río as Spanish woman

Dolores del Río

Spanish woman
Ricardo Montalban as Little Wolf

Ricardo Montalban

Little Wolf
Gilbert Roland as Dull Knife

Gilbert Roland

Dull Knife
Arthur Kennedy as Doc Holliday

Arthur Kennedy

Doc Holliday
James Stewart as Wyatt Earp

James Stewart

Wyatt Earp

Crew of Cheyenne Autumn

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