description Wagon Master Overview
Wagon Master is a 1950 Western directed by John Ford and starring Ben Johnson. The film depicts a Mormon wagon train’s arduous journey across the desert to reach the San Juan River in Utah. It has since been recognized by some critics as one of Ford's most accomplished works, influencing the later television series *Wagon Train*.
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info Wagon Master Specifications
| Country | United States |
| Year | 1950 |
help Wagon Master FAQ
Who directed Wagon Master and who stars in it?
The film was directed by John Ford and stars Ben Johnson. It is frequently searched as part of Ford's Western filmography.
What is the core journey in this Western?
A Mormon wagon train struggles across desert terrain to reach the San Juan River in Utah. This journey is the central dramatic line of the movie.
When was Wagon Master released?
Wagon Master is a 1950 release. It is from Ford's postwar Western period.
How do critics position this title in Ford's body of work?
It has been praised by some critics as one of Ford's most accomplished works. If you are comparing titles in that filmography, this recurring claim is a frequent search signal.
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