Distant Drums
Against unseen jungle terrors and untamed savage tribes ... and pounding war-drums that echoed his challenge!
1951 · 101 min · ★ 6.3 · Western, Adventure, War
After destroying a Seminole fort, American soldiers and their rescued companions must face the dangerous Everglades and hostile Indians in order to reach safety
Directed by Raoul Walsh · Written by Martin Rackin
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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
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