Storyline:
In John Ford's sombre exploration mythologising of American heroes, he slowly reveals the character of Owen Thursday, who sees his new posting to the desolate Fort Apache as a chance to claim the military honour which he believes is rightfully his. Arrogant, obsessed with military form and ultimately self-destructive, Thursday attempts to destroy the Apache chief Cochise after luring him across the border from Mexico, against the advice of his subordinates.

Cast:
John Wayne (as Capt. Kirby York), Henry Fonda (as Lt. Col. Owen Thursday), Shirley Temple (as Philadelphia Thursday), Pedro Armendáriz (as Sgt. Beaufort), Ward Bond (as Sgt. Maj. Michael O'Rourke)

Medium: Original DVD,

Loaned: No

Aspect ratio: 4:3