The Donner Party
Doomed attempt to get to California in 1846. More than just a riveting tale of death, endurance and survival. The Donner Party's nightmarish journey penetrated to the very heart of the American Dream at a crucial phase of the nation's "manifest destiny." Touching some of the most powerful social, economic and political currents of the time, this extraordinary narrative remains one of the most compelling and enduring episodes to come out of the West.
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Movie Details
- Original Title: The Donner Party
- Genres: Documentary, History
- Release Date: 1992-10-28
- Runtime: 90 minutes
- Rating: 6.8/10 (11 votes)
- Budget: $0
- Revenue: $0
- Production Companies:
- Status: Released
- Popularity: 1.7835
- Languages: English
Cast & Crew
David McCullough
as Narrator (voice)
J.D. Cannon
as voice
Timothy Hutton
as voice
Gene Jones
as voice
Amy Madigan
as voice
Donal McCann
as voice
George Plimpton
as voice
Paul Roebling
as voice
Lois Smith
as voice
Frances Sternhagen
as voice
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is The Donner Party?▼
The Donner Party is a Documentary, History movie directed by . It was released on 1992-10-28.
Who are the main actors in The Donner Party?▼
The main cast includes David McCullough, J.D. Cannon, Timothy Hutton, Gene Jones, Amy Madigan, .
Where can I watch The Donner Party online?▼
You can check official streaming platforms like Netflix, Amazon Prime, or Disney+ to see if The Donner Party is available.
Is The Donner Party based on a true story?▼
No official confirmation about it being based on a true story.
What is the IMDb rating of The Donner Party?▼
The Donner Party has an IMDb rating of 6.8/10 based on 11 votes.
What is the budget and revenue of The Donner Party?▼
The movie had a production budget of $0 and earned $0 at the box office.
Who composed the soundtrack for The Donner Party?▼
The soundtrack was composed by . You can listen to it on music streaming platforms.
Where was The Donner Party filmed?▼
The Donner Party was filmed in multiple locations worldwide. You can find official filming locations on IMDb.
How long is The Donner Party?▼
The total runtime of The Donner Party is 90 minutes.
Is The Donner Party suitable for kids?▼
The movie is rated Released. Please check parental guidelines before watching.
Will there be a sequel to The Donner Party?▼
There is no official announcement yet for a sequel to The Donner Party.
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