
The Searchers
He had to find her... he had to find her...
As a Civil War veteran spends years searching for a young niece captured by Indians, his motivation becomes increasingly questionable.
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Movie Details
- Original Title: The Searchers
- Genres: Western
- Release Date: 1956-05-16
- Runtime: 119 minutes
- Rating: 7.697/10 (1520 votes)
- Budget: $3,750,000
- Revenue: $0
- Production Companies: C.V. Whitney Pictures, Warner Bros. Pictures
- Status: Released
- Popularity: 2.255
- Languages: Spanish, English, Navajo
Cast & Crew

John Wayne
as Ethan Edwards

Jeffrey Hunter
as Martin Pawley

Vera Miles
as Laurie Jorgensen

Ward Bond
as Rev. Capt. Samuel Johnston Clayton

Natalie Wood
as Debbie Edwards

John Qualen
as Lars Jorgensen

Olive Carey
as Mrs. Jorgensen

Henry Brandon
as Chief Cicatriz (Scar)

Ken Curtis
as Charlie McCorry

Harry Carey, Jr.
as Brad Jorgensen
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Trailers & Clips
Martin Confronts Ethan Before the Comanche Attack
Ethan Aims to Finish The Job
Texas Rangers Hold Off a Charge
Original Theatrical Trailer
Martin Scorsese on Watching THE SEARCHERS for the First Time
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is The Searchers?▼
The Searchers is a Western movie directed by . It was released on 1956-05-16.
Who are the main actors in The Searchers?▼
The main cast includes John Wayne, Jeffrey Hunter, Vera Miles, Ward Bond, Natalie Wood, .
Where can I watch The Searchers online?▼
You can check official streaming platforms like Netflix, Amazon Prime, or Disney+ to see if The Searchers is available.
Is The Searchers based on a true story?▼
He had to find her... he had to find her...
What is the IMDb rating of The Searchers?▼
The Searchers has an IMDb rating of 7.697/10 based on 1520 votes.
What is the budget and revenue of The Searchers?▼
The movie had a production budget of $3,750,000 and earned $0 at the box office.
Who composed the soundtrack for The Searchers?▼
The soundtrack was composed by C.V. Whitney Pictures, Warner Bros. Pictures. You can listen to it on music streaming platforms.
Where was The Searchers filmed?▼
The Searchers was filmed in multiple locations worldwide. You can find official filming locations on IMDb.
How long is The Searchers?▼
The total runtime of The Searchers is 119 minutes.
Is The Searchers suitable for kids?▼
The movie is rated Released. Please check parental guidelines before watching.
Will there be a sequel to The Searchers?▼
There is no official announcement yet for a sequel to The Searchers.
Does The Searchers have a post-credit scene?▼
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