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Man in the Saddle is a 1951 American Western film directed by Andre de Toth starring Randolph Scott. The screenplay is based on the 1938 novel of the same name by Ernest Haycox. Man in the Saddle was the first of the many lucrative collaborations between its star Randolph Scott and producer Harry Joe Brown.
Man in the Saddle: Directed by André De Toth. With Randolph Scott, Joan Leslie, Ellen Drew, Alexander Knox. A private deadly feud ensues when ruthless wealthy rancher Will Isham attempts a takeover of small rancher Owen Merritt's land and marries Owen's old flame, Laurie Bidwell.
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- Western
- André De Toth
- 1951-12-02
Man in the Saddle (1951) was the first of six Westerns Scott filmed with director Andre De Toth, and if they are not as fondly remembered or critically acclaimed as the seven movies Scott made with director Budd Boetticher later in the decade, they nevertheless served to establish him in the genre and boost his popularity.
- Andre Detoth, Willard Reineck
- Randolph Scott
Man in the Saddle is directed by Andre De Toth and adapted to screenplay by Kenneth Gamet from the novel written by Ernest Haycox. It stars Randolph Scott, Joan Leslie, John Russell, Ellen Drew, Alexander Knox, Richard Rober and Guinn Williams.
Man in the Saddle (1951) cast and crew credits, including actors, actresses, directors, writers and more.
Jun 11, 2022 · Randolph Scott stars as a small rancher who fights a rival for his ex-lover and his land in this fast-paced Western directed by Andre de Toth. The film features action, romance, and a memorable title tune by Tennessee Ernie Ford.
A wounded rancher (Randolph Scott) hides with a schoolmarm (Ellen Drew) after his ex-girlfriend's husband (Alexander Knox) runs him out of town.
- Western
