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A Man Called Horse (1970)

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

Director: Elliot Silverstein |Writers: Jack DeWitt |Stars: Richard Harris, Jean Gascon, Judith Anderson
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★ 6.4/10
Rating: ★ 6.4/10 (243 votes) · IMDb ↗
Genre: Drama, Western
Duration: 1h 54m
Language: EN
Release Date: May 1, 1970
Director: Elliot Silverstein

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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.

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Original titleA Man Called Horse
Release dateMay 1, 1970
StatusReleased
Keywordsnative american, ritual, ambush, aristocrat, indian territory, englishman, rite of passage, tribal warfare, sioux tribe, native american captive, initiation ceremony, shoshone indian

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What is A Man Called Horse about?

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.

When was A Man Called Horse released?

A Man Called Horse was released on May 1, 1970 (status: Released).

Who directed A Man Called Horse?

Elliot Silverstein directed A Man Called Horse.

What is the TMDB rating of A Man Called Horse?

A Man Called Horse has a TMDB rating of 6.4/10 from 243 votes.