A Man Called Horse poster

Movie

A Man Called Horse

1970R1h 54m6.4 / 10

A man called "Horse" becomes an Indian warrior in the most electrifying ritual ever seen!

In 1825, English peer Lord John Morgan is cast adrift in the American West. Captured by Sioux Indians, Morgan is at first targeted for quick extinction, but the tribesmen sense that he is worthy of survival. He eventually passes the many necessary tests that will permit him to become a member of the tribe.

See where to watch

Synopsis

In 1825, English peer Lord John Morgan is cast adrift in the American West. Captured by Sioux Indians, Morgan is at first targeted for quick extinction, but the tribesmen sense that he is worthy of survival. He eventually passes the many necessary tests that will permit him to become a member of the tribe.

Cast, crew and production details

About A Man Called Horse

Cast

Richard HarrisJohn Morgan
Jean GasconBatise
Judith AndersonBuffalo Cow Head
Corinna TsopeiRunning Deer
Manu TupouYellow Hand
Dub TaylorJoe
James GammonEd
William JordanBent

Credits

Directed by
Elliot Silverstein
Written by
Jack DeWitt, Dorothy M. Johnson

Production details

Status
Released
Original language
English
Collection
A Man Called Horse Collection

Production

  • Sandy Howard Productions
  • Cinema Center FilmsUnited States
  • Estudios Churubusco AztecaMexico

Themes

ambusharistocratenglishmanindian territoryinitiation ceremonynative americannative american captiverite of passageritualshoshone indiansioux tribetribal warfare