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Drum Beat (1954)

6 | Nov 10, 1954 (US) | Western | 01:51

Only the fierce Modocs knew the terrible meaning of each beat of the Drum !

President Grant orders Indian fighter MacKay to negotiate with the Modocs of northern California and southern Oregon. On the way he must escort Nancy Meek to the home of her aunt and uncle. After Modoc renegade Captain Jack engages in ambush and other atrocities, MacKay must fight him one-on-one with guns, knives and fists.

Featured Crew

Producer, Story, Screenplay, Director
Producer
Second Unit Director of Photography
Stunt Double
Hairstylist
Wardrobe Designer
Stunt Double
Orchestrator
Original Music Composer
Art Direction

Cast

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Alan Ladd
Johnny MacKay
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Audrey Dalton
Nancy Meek
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Robert Keith
Bill Satterwhite
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Rodolfo Acosta
Scarface Charlie
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Charles Bronson
Kintpuash
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Warner Anderson
Gen. Canby
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Elisha Cook Jr.
Blaine Crackel
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Richard Gaines
Dr. Thomas