The Tall Target
You'll never see the target till the very end!
A detective tries to prevent the assassination of President-elect Abraham Lincoln during a train ride headed for Washington in 1861.
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Movie Details
- Original Title: The Tall Target
- Genres: Thriller, History, Mystery
- Release Date: 1951-08-17
- Runtime: 78 minutes
- Rating: 6.8/10 (40 votes)
- Budget: $966,000
- Revenue: $620,000
- Production Companies: Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer
- Status: Released
- Popularity: 2.5679
- Languages: English
Cast & Crew
Dick Powell
as John Kennedy
Paula Raymond
as Ginny Beaufort
Adolphe Menjou
as Caleb Jeffers
Marshall Thompson
as Lance Beaufort
Ruby Dee
as Rachel
Richard Rober
as Lt. Coulter
Leif Erickson
as Stranger
Will Geer
as Homer Crowley
Florence Bates
as Mrs. Charlotte Alsop
Erville Alderson
as Minister (uncredited)
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Trailers & Clips
TCM Bob's Picks Nov 14 2013 4of5 The Tall Target (Intro)
The Tall Target (1951) clip
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is The Tall Target?▼
The Tall Target is a Thriller, History, Mystery movie directed by . It was released on 1951-08-17.
Who are the main actors in The Tall Target?▼
The main cast includes Dick Powell, Paula Raymond, Adolphe Menjou, Marshall Thompson, Ruby Dee, .
Where can I watch The Tall Target online?▼
You can check official streaming platforms like Netflix, Amazon Prime, or Disney+ to see if The Tall Target is available.
Is The Tall Target based on a true story?▼
You'll never see the target till the very end!
What is the IMDb rating of The Tall Target?▼
The Tall Target has an IMDb rating of 6.8/10 based on 40 votes.
What is the budget and revenue of The Tall Target?▼
The movie had a production budget of $966,000 and earned $620,000 at the box office.
Who composed the soundtrack for The Tall Target?▼
The soundtrack was composed by Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer. You can listen to it on music streaming platforms.
Where was The Tall Target filmed?▼
The Tall Target was filmed in multiple locations worldwide. You can find official filming locations on IMDb.
How long is The Tall Target?▼
The total runtime of The Tall Target is 78 minutes.
Is The Tall Target suitable for kids?▼
The movie is rated Released. Please check parental guidelines before watching.
Will there be a sequel to The Tall Target?▼
There is no official announcement yet for a sequel to The Tall Target.
Does The Tall Target have a post-credit scene?▼
Some movies include post-credit scenes. Stay till the end to find out!
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