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American ex-boxer Sean returns to his roots in rural Ireland. But his dreams of a peaceful life are sorely tested by fiery local girl Mary and her moody brother Red. John Ford won an Oscar for this engaging drama with another fine collaboration with John Wayne.

Keywords:

Comedy, Drama, Romance, Boxing, Movie, Film, Movies, Films, Oscar Best Picture Nominated

Additional Information:

(1952) (USA) (4 Star)

Cast:

John Wayne	.... Sean Thornton
Maureen O'Hara	.... Mary Kate Danaher
Barry Fitzgerald	.... Michaleen Oge Flynn
Ward Bond	.... Father Peter Lonergan
Victor McLaglen	.... Squire 'Red' Will Danaher
Mildred Natwick	.... The Widow Sarah Tillane

Supporting Cast:

Francis Ford	.... Dan Tobin
Eileen Crowe	.... Mrs. Elizabeth Playfair
May Craig	.... Fishwoman with basket at station
Arthur Shields	.... Rev. Cyril 'Snuffy' Playfair
Charles B. Fitzsimons	.... Hugh Forbes
James O'Hara	.... Father Paul
Sean McClory	.... Owen Glynn
Jack MacGowran	.... Ignatius Feene
Joseph O'Dea	.... Molouney

Directors:

John Ford

Writers:

Maurice Walsh
Frank S. Nugent

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