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White Apache (1987): cast, story & where to watch

1987 · Film · ★ 4.7

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Released in 1987, White Apache is a western film directed by Claudio Fragasso, running about 100 minutes.

What it’s about. This film is based on a true story of an Irish baby brought up by the Colorado Apaches. When a group of outlaws attack and destroy a wagon train, the only survivor gives birth to a baby, whom the Indian chief, White Bear brings up as his son and calls him Shining Sky. Shining Sky grows up with the chief's son Black Wolf and by a stroke of fate kills his best friend and brother. Overcome by grief he leaves and goes to live in the world of white men but decides to go back to the world of his youth, leaving an enemy, Redeath, behind him whom he is destined to meet again and again.

Who’s in it. White Apache stars Sebastian Harrison as Shining Sky, Lola Forner as Rising Sun, Alberto Farnese as The Governor and Charly Bravo as Ryder, among others.

How it landed. With an audience score of 4.7/10, White Apache has proved divisive with audiences.

Where to watch. In GB you can rent or buy it from Amazon Video, Google Play Movies and YouTube. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch White Apache page.

If you liked it. Fans of White Apache tend to enjoy The Good, the Bad and the Ugly, Django Unchained, Once Upon a Time in the West and For a Few Dollars More.

Frequently asked

Where can I watch White Apache (1987)?
In GB, White Apache is available to rent or buy from Amazon Video, Google Play Movies and YouTube. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
Is White Apache worth watching?
White Apache holds an audience score of 4.7 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy western. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
Who stars in White Apache?
White Apache stars Sebastian Harrison, Lola Forner, Alberto Farnese, Charly Bravo and Cinzia de Ponti.
When was White Apache released?
White Apache was released in 1987, with a runtime of about 100 minutes.