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
Leonard Maltin On THE SEARCHERS
Martin Confronts Ethan Before the Comanche Attack
Martin Scorsese on Watching THE SEARCHERS for the First Time
Texas Rangers Hold Off a Charge
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