They Came to Cordura
Movie
1959
2 HOURS 3 MINS
Western
During the 1916 U.S. military expedition against Pancho Villa, a disgraced officer escorts a group of decorated heroes to a base in Cordura, Texas, where their bravery will be honored.
Cast & Crew
Gary Cooper Maj. Thomas Thorn
Rita Hayworth Adelaide Geary
Van Heflin Sgt. John Chawk
Tab Hunter Lt. William Fowler
Richard Conte Cpl. Milo Trubee
Michael Callan Pvt. Andrew Hetherington
Dick York Pvt. Renziehausen
Robert Keith Col. Rogers
Carlos Romero Arreaga
James Bannon Capt. Paltz
Edward Platt Col. DeRose
Maurice Jara Mexican Federale
Sam Buffington First Correspondent
Arthur Hanson Second Correspondent
Wendell Hoyt Cavalry Trooper
Robert Rossen Director
William Goetz Producer
Ivan Moffat Screenwriter
Robert Rossen Screenwriter
Elie Siegmeister Original Music
Burnett Guffey Cinematography
William A. Lyon Film Editing
Cary Odell Production Design
Cary Odell Art Director
Frank Tuttle Set Decoration
Jean Louis Costume Design
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Upcoming TV Airings
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Sunday, April 6
Disgraced Army major (Gary Cooper) escorts would-be heroes in 1916 Mexico.
Monday, April 7
Disgraced Army major (Gary Cooper) escorts would-be heroes in 1916 Mexico.
Monday, April 14
Disgraced Army major (Gary Cooper) escorts would-be heroes in 1916 Mexico.
Tuesday, April 15
Disgraced Army major (Gary Cooper) escorts would-be heroes in 1916 Mexico.
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