Based on Jack Schaefer's novel, the story brings Alan Ladd, a drifter and retired gunfighter, to the assistance of a homestead family terrorised by an ageing cattleman and his hired gun. In fighting a last, decisive battle, Shane sees the end of his own way of life. Mysterious, moody and atmospheric, the film is enhanced by the intense performances of its splendid cast and stunning location photography.
Directed by
George Stevens
Written by
Jack Schaefer (novel) A.B. Guthrie Jr. (screenplay) Jack Sher (additional dialogue)
Starring
Alan Ladd (Shane); Jean Arthur (Marian Starrett); Van Heflin (Joe Starrett); Brandon De Wilde (Joey Starrett); Jack Palance (Jack Wilson (as Walter Jack Palance)); Ben Johnson (Chris Calloway); Edgar Buchanan (Fred Lewis); Emile Meyer (Rufus Ryker); Elisha Cook Jr. (Frank 'Stonewall' Torrey); Douglas Spencer (Axel 'Swede' Shipstead); John Dierkes (Morgan Ryker); Ellen Corby (Mrs. Liz Torrey); Paul McVey (Sam Grafton); John Miller (Will Atkey, bartender); Edith Evanson (Mrs. Shipstead). Please contact SFC to add other cast members and characters.
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