Blood on the Moon 1948
"A woman's bullet kills as quick as a man's!"
Robert Wise's 1948 Western romance *Blood on the Moon* delivers sharp tension and moral dilemma against sun-scorched plains and shadowy dealings. Down-and-out cowhand Jim Garry, played by Robert Mitchum, rides into a cattle feud expecting mediation but finds betrayal instead.
Director: Robert Wise
Cast
Robert Mitchum
Jim Garry
Barbara Bel Geddes
Amy Lufton
Robert Preston
Tate Riling
Walter Brennan
Kris Barden
Phyllis Thaxter
Carol Lufton
Frank Faylen
Jake Pindalest
Tom Tully
John Lufton
Charles McGraw
Milo Sweet
Clifton Young
Joe Shotten
Tom Tyler
Frank Reardon
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Blood on the Moon (1948) about?
Jim Garry, a weary cowhand, is drawn into a bitter cattle dispute that hides a high-stakes swindle. As he peels back the layers of deceit, he faces a brutal choice: stand by an old friend or stand up for the truth, even if it means drawing his own weapon.
Who directed Blood on the Moon?
Robert Wise, the visionary behind classics like *West Side Story* and *The Sound of Music*, directs this gritty Western.
Who stars in Blood on the Moon?
The film features Robert Mitchum as the conflicted Jim Garry, Barbara Bel Geddes as the spirited Amy Lufton, Robert Preston as the duplicitous Tate Riling, and Walter Brennan in a standout supporting role.
Is Blood on the Moon (1948) worth watching?
With Mitchum's magnetic presence and Wise's tight storytelling, *Blood on the Moon* offers a compelling blend of Western grit and moral drama. Fans of classic cowboy tales with a twist will find this 88-minute gem engaging and thought-provoking.
How long is Blood on the Moon?
The film runs for 88 minutes.
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About Blood on the Moon (1948) — A Western Where Loyalty and Bullets Collide
Robert Wise's 1948 Western romance *Blood on the Moon* delivers sharp tension and moral dilemma against sun-scorched plains and shadowy dealings. Down-and-out cowhand Jim Garry, played by Robert Mitchum, rides into a cattle feud expecting mediation but finds betrayal instead. His old friend Tate Riling hides a ruthless plot to swindle wealthy rancher John Lufton, while Lufton's fiery daughter Amy—portrayed by Barbara Bel Geddes—adds sparks of defiance. As Garry uncovers the deception, he must reconcile loyalty to Riling with his growing sense of justice, all while navigating a world where bullets and betrayal feel equally inevitable.
A gripping tale of loyalty and redemption, this noir-tinged Western blends romance and rugged suspense, anchored by Mitchum's brooding charm and Wise's taut direction. The film's dusty atmosphere and morally murky waters make *Blood on the Moon* a standout entry in the genre, where every choice carries weight—and not just in a gun belt.
