Drums Along the Mohawk
1939, English. Directed by John Ford.
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Albany, New York, 1776. After marrying, Gil and Lana travel north to settle on a small farm in the Mohawk River Valley, but soon their growing prosperity and happiness are threatened by the sinister sound of drums that announce dark times of revolution and war.
- Runtime
- 1h 40m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
- Rated
- NR
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Fun if you don’t overthink it.
6.5/10 from 135 TMDB viewer ratings.
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Where to watch Drums Along the Mohawk
Drums Along the Mohawk isn’t on a subscription OTT platform in India, but you can rent it or buy it online.
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Cast & crew
- John FordDirector
- Claudette ColbertLana (Magdelana)
- Henry FondaGilbert Martin
- Edna May OliverMrs. Mc Klennar
- Eddie CollinsChristian Reall
- John CarradineCaldwell
- Dorris BowdonMary Reall
- Jessie RalphMrs. Weaver
- Arthur ShieldsReverend Rosenkrantz
- Robert LoweryJohn Weaver
- Roger ImhofGen. Nicholas Herkimer
- Francis FordJoe Boleo
- Ward BondAdam Hartman
Details
- Released
- 10 November 1939
- Country
- United States of America
- Written by
- Sonya Levien, Lamar Trotti
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What Drums Along the Mohawk is based on
Drums Along the Mohawk is based on Drums Along the Mohawk, a 1936 novel by Walter D. Edmonds.
Novel · 1936
Drums Along the Mohawk
By Walter D. Edmonds
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Drums Along the Mohawk: quick answers
Is Drums Along the Mohawk worth watching?
Our verdict is Popcorn Flick: Fun if you don’t overthink it. It scores 6.5/10 from 135 TMDB viewer ratings.
How long is Drums Along the Mohawk?
Drums Along the Mohawk runs 100 minutes (1h 40m).
Does Drums Along the Mohawk have a post-credits scene?
None is listed for Drums Along the Mohawk. Viewers tag these on TMDB, so a brand-new film may not be tagged yet.
Drums Along the Mohawk parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
Drums Along the Mohawk is rated NR in India. Check the rating guidance before watching with young children.
Which OTT platform is Drums Along the Mohawk on?
Drums Along the Mohawk isn’t on a subscription OTT platform in India, but you can rent it or buy it online. (Checked 9 November 2026.)
What movies are like Drums Along the Mohawk?
If you liked Drums Along the Mohawk, try The Birth of a Nation, Gods and Generals, War Horse.
Who directed Drums Along the Mohawk?
Drums Along the Mohawk (1939) was directed by John Ford and stars Claudette Colbert, Henry Fonda, Edna May Oliver.
What is Drums Along the Mohawk based on?
Drums Along the Mohawk is based on Drums Along the Mohawk, a 1936 novel by Walter D. Edmonds.