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Thanks to ultracrisp Technirama photography of great mountainside and river gorge locations in Colorado, Night Passage is often terrific to look at; you can almost feel the autumn sun and brisk air. This should have been another classic Western pairing James Stewart with director Anthony Mann. But after choosing the locations, cast, and crew, and directing the precredit sequence, Mann abruptly resigned. He found Borden Chase's screenplay an "incoherent" rehash of relationships and setups from their previous films, nor was he encouraged by Stewart's determination to play the accordion and sing. Stewart's an ex-railroad cop who became a pariah by letting a prisoner--Audie Murphy's "The Utica Kid"--escape. The two cross paths again in a ghost town where Dan Duryea, doing a zany version of his loony outlaw from Winchester '73, has holed up with his gang. Replacement director James Neilson, a newcomer destined for bland Disney servitude, fosters a lot of flatfooted standing-around. --Richard T. Jameson
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James Stewart, Audie Murphy, Dan Duryea. A lawman is hired to hunt down the ruthless thief who stole $10,000 in a train robbery. But he's conflicted when he discovers there's just one catch-the thief is his fearsome brother. 1957/b&w/90 min/NR/widescreen.
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43 of 47 people found the following review helpful
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Jimmy Stewart served in World War II in the dangerous role of a bomber pilot, and the experience clearly toughened the image he portrayed in the series of westerns he made after the war. Night Passage is a very good western and the role Stewart portrays is far tougher than the amiable character he played in the pre-war comedic western Destry Rides Again. Another thing I like about Night Passage is that it features a fine performance, as Stewart's outlaw brother, by Audy Murphie -- WW II's most decorated soldier, and a much better actor than the B movies he most often appeared in gave him a chance to show. Still another interesting aspect of Night Passage is a significant role for Brandon de Wilde -- a fine young actor who, regrettably, is all but forgotten except for his role as the boy Joey in Shane. Then there's Dan Duryea in an over-the-top performance as the ruthless leader of a band of train robbers. For some reason Night Passage has never achieved the recognition it's script, cast, and performances deserve. I hope its release on DVD will help cure this oversight. If you like westerns, please give Night Passage a try.
20 of 21 people found the following review helpful
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Night Passage was the movie that ended the partnership of actor James Stewart and director Anthony Mann. Their classic Westerns, such as Winchester '73, The Man From Laramie, and of course, The Naked Spur, were all classic Westerns with gritty,edgy performances by Stewart.
But Stewart and Mann parted ways on this script involving a disgraced railroad detective who tries to redeem himself by capturing a group of train robbers. Maybe it was the fact that Stewart would sing and play the accordion in the film. Maybe it was the fact that Dan Duryea's character was suspiciously like his role in Winchester '73.
At any rate, this film is still a treat and an delight. Stewart plays a character very much like his Mann films, and Audie Murphy gives one of his better performances as the Utica Kid, one of Duryea's gang member, and someone who shares a secret with Stewart. And Duryea plays his part with gusto.
Western fans of the Mann/Stewart films should enjoy this film, regardless of the similarities, or even the differences between those films and Night Passage.
But Stewart and Mann parted ways on this script involving a disgraced railroad detective who tries to redeem himself by capturing a group of train robbers. Maybe it was the fact that Stewart would sing and play the accordion in the film. Maybe it was the fact that Dan Duryea's character was suspiciously like his role in Winchester '73.
At any rate, this film is still a treat and an delight. Stewart plays a character very much like his Mann films, and Audie Murphy gives one of his better performances as the Utica Kid, one of Duryea's gang member, and someone who shares a secret with Stewart. And Duryea plays his part with gusto.
Western fans of the Mann/Stewart films should enjoy this film, regardless of the similarities, or even the differences between those films and Night Passage.
18 of 19 people found the following review helpful
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Night Passage is a classic western from an era when James Stewart stars as an accordion toting cowboy out to regain his good name and his younger brother, a kid gone bad portrayed by Audie Murphy. Stewart is out to deliver the railroad's payroll, redeem his brother, save the kid (Brandon DeWilde of Shane fame), and, though not his major motive, get the girl. He scores on every count.
Though predictable in its story, Night Passage is absolutely watchable and enjoyable. James Stewart is irresistible in a role not unlike others he had in Winchester '73, The Man from Laramie and Destry Rides Again. Audie Murphy is wonderful as the man in black who can't resist Stewart's renditions on the accordion of their father's favorite folk songs. Add the panoramic beauty of the west and you have a winner.
Douglas McAllister
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5.0 out of 5 stars
review movie
Good movie good quaility
good colour enjoyed the movie very much look forward to buying more at a later date
good colour enjoyed the movie very much look forward to buying more at a later date
Published 1 month ago by ROBERTSONGER
2.0 out of 5 stars
PU. What a stinker!
This movie has no redeeming value. Not one. And Mr. Murphy needs to drop the leather jacket. This is a western and he is not Fonzie. Read more
Published 2 months ago by Thoughtful Reviewer
5.0 out of 5 stars
I love it
It has a very good story. I have watched it several time. James Steward does as usual a very good job.
Published 4 months ago by Carlo Guarneri
5.0 out of 5 stars
Night Passage
A movie I would recommend with Jimmy Stewart and I think most people will find it to be a good movie.
Published 4 months ago by Paul G. Gentrup
5.0 out of 5 stars
Good Flix
A Good Flix, a Great Western, Plus good acting - Audie Murphy and Jimmy Stewart nail this story of bothers.
Published 5 months ago by Buce P Pignon
3.0 out of 5 stars
Good Solid James Stewart Western
Well, maybe I've just seen too many train robbery westerns, or maybe too many James Stewart westerns. But this one does have an interesting curiosity value. Read more
Published 12 months ago by Barbara Frederick
5.0 out of 5 stars
There is a lot to like in the film
Night Passage is an action-packed western about former railroad troubleshooter Grant MacLaine (Jimmy Stewart), who lost his job after letting his outlaw brother, the Utica Kid... Read more
Published on December 17, 2010 by Indian Prairie Public Library
5.0 out of 5 stars
awsome
This is the best western because it stars Audi Murphy and James Stewart. I just loved it.
Published on May 16, 2010 by Alice M. Houser
5.0 out of 5 stars
night passage
The film took longer to get here than I thought but well worth the wait..good film and good quality....I would order through amazon again...thanks...
Published on December 28, 2009 by punkinpooters
5.0 out of 5 stars
great entertainment from a great era
i'm an addict to the older movies, and not so much of a stick that i can't appreciate some of the newer flicks as well, but prefer these old time classics to the later. Read more
Published on December 13, 2009 by James L. Thompson
