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Run for Cover

Run for Cover

Run for Cover
1955 1h 33m6.7

Run for Cover

“The story of a man apart... who brought faith to a youth, love to a woman, justice to a land!”

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An ex-convict drifter and his flawed young partner are made sheriff and deputy of a Western town.

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DirectorNicholas Ray
ScreenplayWinston Miller
StatusReleased
ReleasedApril 29, 1955
CountryUnited States of America
Languageen
Runtime1h 33m
BudgetN/A
RevenueN/A
Rating⭐ 6.7 / 10
IMDb⭐ 6.7 / 10
Votes41
GenresWestern, Drama
StudioParamount Pictures, Pine-Thomas Productions
Run for Cover
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Cast

James Cagney

James Cagney

Matt Dow

Viveca Lindfors

Viveca Lindfors

Helga Swenson

John Derek

John Derek

Davey Bishop

Jean Hersholt

Jean Hersholt

Mr. Swenson

Grant Withers

Grant Withers

Gentry

Jack Lambert

Jack Lambert

Larsen

Ernest Borgnine

Ernest Borgnine

Morgan

Ray Teal

Ray Teal

Sheriff

Irving Bacon

Irving Bacon

Scotty

Trevor Bardette

Trevor Bardette

Paulsen

John Miljan

John Miljan

Mayor Walsh

Gus Schilling

Gus Schilling

Doc Ridgeway

Denver Pyle

Denver Pyle

Harvey (uncredited)

Phil Chambers

Phil Chambers

Morgan's Partner in Bank Robbery (uncredited)

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Bob Folkerson

Hughes (uncredited)

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Joe Haworth

Larry - Train Guard (uncredited)

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Harold J. Kennedy

Devers - Expressman on Train (uncredited)

Emmett Lynn

Emmett Lynn

Bartender (uncredited)

Emerson Treacy

Emerson Treacy

Bank Clerk (uncredited)

Henry Wills

Henry Wills

Townsman (uncredited)

Frank Cordell

Frank Cordell

Minor Role (uncredited)

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Howard Joslin

Minor Role (uncredited)

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Jack Montgomery

Minor Role (uncredited)

Rocky Shahan

Rocky Shahan

Minor Role (uncredited)

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Frequently Asked Questions about Run for Cover

Where can I watch Run for Cover?

Run for Cover (1955) streaming availability varies by region. Check Netflix, Prime Video, Disney+, and other major platforms. It may also be available for digital rental or purchase on Amazon, Apple TV, or Vudu.

What is Run for Cover about?

An ex-convict drifter and his flawed young partner are made sheriff and deputy of a Western town.

Who directed Run for Cover?

Run for Cover (1955) was directed by Nicholas Ray. The film is a Western, Drama production with a runtime of 1h 33m, rated 6.7/10.

How long is Run for Cover?

Run for Cover runs 1h 33m (93 minutes total). Audience rating: 6.7/10 from 41 votes. Genre: Western, Drama.

Is Run for Cover worth watching?

Run for Cover is rated 6.7/10 by 41 viewers — decent with mixed reception. A good pick for Western and Drama fans.