Movie

Distant Drums

“Against unseen jungle terrors and untamed savage tribes ... and pounding war-drums that echoed his challenge!”

★ 6.3(84)19511h 41m

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Good to know

Director: Raoul Walsh
Release date: 1951-12-25
Runtime: 1h 41m
Language: English
Status: Released
Country: United States of America
Studio: United States Pictures

Distant Drums — trailer

About Distant Drums

Distant Drums is a 1951 movie in the Western, Adventure and War genres, directed by Raoul Walsh, starring Gary Cooper, Mari Aldon and Richard Webb. It has a runtime of 1 hour 41 minutes. It holds an average rating of 6.3/10 from 84 viewers. Below you can see where to watch Distant Drums in New Zealand — across streaming, rental and purchase options — along with the full cast, trailer and viewer reviews.

Synopsis

After destroying a Seminole fort, American soldiers and their rescued companions must face the dangerous Everglades and hostile Indians in order to reach safety

Cast

Gary Cooper

Capt. Quincy Wyatt

Mari Aldon

Judy Beckett

Richard Webb

Lt. Richard Tufts

Ray Teal

Pvt. Mohair

Arthur Hunnicutt

Monk

Robert Barrat

Gen. Zachary Taylor

Gregg Barton

Pvt. James W. Tasher

Clancy Cooper

Sgt. Shane

Carl Harbaugh

M. Duprez

Lee Roberts

Pvt. Tibbett

Dan White

Cpl. Peachtree

Sheb Wooley

Pvt. Jessup

Themes & keywords

floridaalligatorevergladesswampnative americanknife fightseminole

Frequently asked questions

Where can I watch Distant Drums in New Zealand?+

Distant Drums is not currently listed on any streaming, rental or purchase service in New Zealand. Availability changes often, so check back or switch your region.

Is Distant Drums on Netflix?+

Distant Drums is not on Netflix in New Zealand right now.

How long is Distant Drums?+

Distant Drums has a runtime of 1 hour 41 minutes (101 minutes).

Who stars in Distant Drums?+

Distant Drums stars Gary Cooper, Mari Aldon, Richard Webb, Ray Teal and Arthur Hunnicutt.

When did Distant Drums come out?+

Distant Drums is a 1951 movie directed by Raoul Walsh.

What genre is Distant Drums?+

Distant Drums is Western, Adventure and War film.

Who directed Distant Drums?+

Distant Drums was directed by Raoul Walsh.