Only the Valiant
1951, English. Directed by Gordon Douglas.
GREGORY PECK, AS CAPTAIN LANCE, WHO GAVE FORT INVINCIBLE ITS NAME!
Only the Valiant, a classic western adventure, based on a novel by Charles Marquis Warren, the film tells the story of a Cavalry officer who volunteers for a suicidal mission to fight the hostile Apaches in an effort to prove his loyalty to his men and the woman he loves.
- Runtime
- 1h 45m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
- Rated
- NR
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Popcorn Flick
Fun if you don’t overthink it.
6.5/10 from 45 TMDB viewer ratings.
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Where to watch Only the Valiant
Only the Valiant isn’t on a subscription OTT platform in India, but you can watch it free or rent it online.
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Cast & crew
- Gordon DouglasDirector
- Gregory PeckCapt. Richard Lance
- Barbara PaytonCathy Eversham
- Ward BondCpl. Timothy Gilchrist
- Gig YoungLt. William Holloway
- Neville BrandSgt. Ben Murdock
- Lon Chaney Jr.Trooper Kebussyan
- Jeff CoreyJoe Harmony
- Warner AndersonTrooper Rutledge
- Steve BrodieTrooper Onstot
- Dan RissLt. Jerry Winters
- Terry KilburnTrooper Saxton
- Herbert HeyesCol. Drumm
Details
- Released
- 13 April 1951
- Country
- United States of America
- Written by
- Harry Brown, Edmund H. North
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Only the Valiant: quick answers
Is Only the Valiant worth watching?
Our verdict is Popcorn Flick: Fun if you don’t overthink it. It scores 6.5/10 from 45 TMDB viewer ratings.
How long is Only the Valiant?
Only the Valiant runs 105 minutes (1h 45m).
Does Only the Valiant have a post-credits scene?
None is listed for Only the Valiant. Viewers tag these on TMDB, so a brand-new film may not be tagged yet.
Only the Valiant parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
Only the Valiant is rated NR in India. Check the rating guidance before watching with young children.
Which OTT platform is Only the Valiant on?
Only the Valiant isn’t on a subscription OTT platform in India, but you can watch it free or rent it online. (Checked 9 November 2026.)
What movies are like Only the Valiant?
If you liked Only the Valiant, try The Horse Soldiers, The Magnificent Seven, Invitation to a Gunfighter.
Who directed Only the Valiant?
Only the Valiant (1951) was directed by Gordon Douglas and stars Gregory Peck, Barbara Payton, Ward Bond.