The Tin Star

The Tin Star

7.0IMDb Score
Released:1957-11-06
Genre:Western
Duration:93 min
Director:Anthony Mann
Actors:Henry Fonda, Anthony Perkins, Betsy Palmer, Michel Ray, Neville Brand
Production:Paramount Pictures, Perlsea Company

Overview:

An experienced bounty hunter helps a young sheriff learn the meaning of his badge.

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