description Ride with the Devil Overview
Ride with the Devil portrays a band of men who become involved in the American Civil War. They join the First Missouri Irregulars, engaging in guerrilla warfare as Confederate Bushwhackers against Union-aligned forces. The film is set during this period and depicts their conflict with Northern Jayhawkers.
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info Ride with the Devil Specifications
| Country | United States |
| Year | 1999 |
help Ride with the Devil FAQ
What war is Ride with the Devil about?
Ride with the Devil is set during the American Civil War, mainly in the border state of Missouri. Its characters join the pro-Confederate First Missouri Irregulars and fight as guerrilla bushwhackers.
Who directed Ride with the Devil?
Ang Lee directed Ride with the Devil, which was released in 1999. The cast includes Tobey Maguire, Skeet Ulrich, Jeffrey Wright, and Jewel.
Is Ride with the Devil based on a novel?
Yes. The film is adapted from Daniel Woodrell’s 1987 novel Woe to Live On. The story focuses on the personal and moral costs of irregular warfare rather than following a conventional army campaign.
What does bushwhacker mean in Ride with the Devil?
A bushwhacker was a guerrilla fighter who often used ambushes and irregular tactics instead of fighting in formal battle lines. In the film, the Missouri fighters attack Union-aligned forces while also facing divided loyalties and violence between neighbors.
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