The Stand at Apache River (1953): cast, story & where to watch
1953 · Film · ★ 6
Released in 1953, The Stand at Apache River is a western film directed by Lee Sholem, running about 77 minutes.
What it’s about. Sheriff Lane Dakota captures robbery-murder suspect Greiner just as the latter is wounded in an Apache ambush. At remote outpost Apache River, Lane and his prisoner spend the night with other travelers, including 2 women with a surprising number of fancy dresses. In the morning, who should appear but a band of ostensibly peaceful Apaches strayed from the reservation. And bigoted Colonel Morsby is strongly inclined to shoot first and ask questions afterward...
Who’s in it. The Stand at Apache River stars Stephen McNally as Lane Dakota, Julie Adams as Valerie Kendrick, Hugh Marlowe as Colonel Morsby and Jaclynne Greene as Ann Kenyon, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.0/10, The Stand at Apache River has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Stand at Apache River page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Stand at Apache River 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 The Stand at Apache River (1953)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Stand at Apache River change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Stand at Apache River worth watching?
- The Stand at Apache River holds an audience score of 6.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy western. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Stand at Apache River?
- The Stand at Apache River stars Stephen McNally, Julie Adams, Hugh Marlowe, Jaclynne Greene and Hugh O'Brian.
- When was The Stand at Apache River released?
- The Stand at Apache River was released in 1953, with a runtime of about 77 minutes.