The Searchers(1956)
He had to find her... he had to find her...
As a Civil War veteran spends years searching for a young niece captured by Indians, his motivation becomes increasingly questionable.
Movie: The Searchers
Top 10 Billed Cast
Ethan Edwards
Martin Pawley
Laurie Jorgensen
Rev. Capt. Samuel Johnston Clayton
Debbie Edwards
Lars Jorgensen
Mrs. Jorgensen
Chief Cicatriz (Scar)
Charlie McCorry
Brad Jorgensen
Video Trailer The Searchers
Video: Original Theatrical Trailer
Original Theatrical Trailer
Ethan Aims to Finish The Job
Found Lucy
Leonard Maltin On THE SEARCHERS
Martin Scorsese on Watching THE SEARCHERS for the First Time
Searching
Texas Rangers Hold Off a Charge
All 7 videos
Original Theatrical Trailer - Trailer
Ethan Aims to Finish The Job - Clip
Found Lucy - Clip
Leonard Maltin On THE SEARCHERS - Featurette
Martin Scorsese on Watching THE SEARCHERS for the First Time - Featurette
Searching - Clip
Texas Rangers Hold Off a Charge - Clip
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