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The Covered Wagon (1923)

Movie ★ 6.4 98 min

Adventure Western Romance

Two wagon caravans converge at what is now Kansas City, and combine for the westward push to Oregon. On their quest the pilgrims will experience desert heat, mountain snow, hunger, and Indian attack. To complicate matters further, a love triangle develops, as pretty Molly must chose between Sam, a brute, and Will, the dashing captain of the other caravan. Can Will overcome the skeleton in his closet and win Molly's heart?

James Cruze Director

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Quick facts

Released
March 15, 1923
Runtime
98 min
Rating
NR
IMDb
tt0013951
Language
Studio
, Famous Players-Lasky Corporation

Themes

Cast

Lois Wilson Lois Wilson Molly Wingate Alan Hale Alan Hale Sam Woodhull Ernest Torrence Ernest Torrence Jackson Tully Marshall Tully Marshall Jim Bridges Charles Ogle Charles Ogle Mr. Wingate J. Warren Kerrigan J. Warren Kerrigan Will Banion Ethel Wales Ethel Wales Mrs. Wingate Guy Oliver Guy Oliver Kit Carson Johnny Fox Jed Wingate Frank Albertson Frank Albertson Bit (uncredited)

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Frequently asked questions

What is The Covered Wagon about?
Two wagon caravans converge at what is now Kansas City, and combine for the westward push to Oregon. On their quest the pilgrims will experience desert heat, mountain snow, hunger, and Indian attack. To complicate matters further, a love triangle develops, as pretty Molly must chose between Sam, a brute, and Will, the dashing captain of the other caravan. Can Will overcome the skeleton in his closet and win Molly's heart?
Who directed The Covered Wagon?
The Covered Wagon was directed by James Cruze.
Who stars in The Covered Wagon?
The Covered Wagon stars Lois Wilson, Alan Hale, Ernest Torrence, Tully Marshall.
When was The Covered Wagon released?
The Covered Wagon is a 1923 adventure, western, romance film.
Where can I watch The Covered Wagon?
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