The Tin Star (1957)

7.3Approved93 minDirector: Anthony Mann

1957 American Western film by Anthony Mann

The Tin Star is a 1957 American Western film based on a short story, directed in VistaVision by Anthony Mann and starring Henry Fonda and Anthony Perkins, in one of Perkins' first roles. The film became one of the few low-budget westerns to be nominated for the Oscar for Best Writing, Story or Screenplay. Since its release, the film has become one of the classics of the genre. The supporting cast features Betsy Palmer, Neville Brand, John McIntire and Lee Van Cleef.

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What is The Tin Star about?
The Tin Star (1957) — Veteran bounty-hunter Morg Hickman rides into a town in danger. The sheriff has been killed, and young inexperienced Ben Owens named a temporary replacement until a permanent can be found. Ben wants to be that permanent replacement, so needs to impress the townspeople with his sk
Is The Tin Star based on a true story?
See the production background and source material details on the official Wikipedia article.
Is The Tin Star scary?
Content rating: Approved. See the reviews tab for parental guidance and tone notes.
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