The Hanging Tree

"From The Prize Novel -- A Picture Of Thundering Power!"

Joseph "Doc" Frail is a doctor with a past he's trying to outrun. While in Montana, he comes across a mining camp with a hanging tree and rescues a man named Rune from the noose. With Rune as his servant, Frail decides to settle down, and he takes over as town doctor. He meets Elizabeth, who is suffering from shock, and the two soon fall in love. But when Elizabeth is attacked, Frail's attempt to help her lands them both in trouble.

Release Date

February 19, 1959

Status

Released

Original Title

The Hanging Tree

Runtime

1h 47min

Budget

Revenue

Language

English

Production Companies

BarodaWarner Bros. Pictures