The Ox-Bow Incident
1943, English. Directed by William A. Wellman.
Lynch law rules the mob!
A posse discovers a trio of men they suspect of murder and cow theft and are split between handing them over to the law or lynching them on the spot.
- Runtime
- 1h 16m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
- Rated
- NR
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Cast & crew
- William A. WellmanDirector
- Henry FondaGil Carter
- Dana AndrewsDonald Martin
- Mary Beth HughesRose Mapen/Rose Swanson
- Anthony QuinnJuan Martínez/Francisco Morez
- William EytheGerald Tetley
- Harry MorganArt Croft
- Jane DarwellMa Grier
- Matt BriggsJudge Daniel Tyler
- Harry DavenportArthur Davies
- Frank ConroyMaj. Tetley
- Marc LawrenceJeff Farnley
- Paul HurstMonty Smith
Details
- Released
- 11 March 1943
- Country
- United States of America
- Written by
- Lamar Trotti
- Budget
- $565K
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What The Ox-Bow Incident is based on
The Ox-Bow Incident is based on The Ox-Bow Incident (1940) by Walter Van Tilburg Clark.
1940
The Ox-Bow Incident
By Walter Van Tilburg Clark
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The Ox-Bow Incident: quick answers
Is The Ox-Bow Incident worth watching?
Our verdict is Worth the Hype: Clear your evening for this. It scores 7.7/10 from 445 TMDB viewer ratings.
How long is The Ox-Bow Incident?
The Ox-Bow Incident runs 76 minutes (1h 16m).
Does The Ox-Bow Incident have a post-credits scene?
None is listed for The Ox-Bow Incident. Viewers tag these on TMDB, so a brand-new film may not be tagged yet.
The Ox-Bow Incident parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
The Ox-Bow Incident is rated NR in India. Check the rating guidance before watching with young children.
Which OTT platform is The Ox-Bow Incident on?
The Ox-Bow Incident isn’t on a subscription OTT platform in India, but you can rent it or buy it online. (Checked 10 November 2026.)
What movies are like The Ox-Bow Incident?
If you liked The Ox-Bow Incident, try Open Range, Warlock, Ride in the Whirlwind.
Who directed The Ox-Bow Incident?
The Ox-Bow Incident (1943) was directed by William A. Wellman and stars Henry Fonda, Dana Andrews, Mary Beth Hughes.
What is The Ox-Bow Incident based on?
The Ox-Bow Incident is based on The Ox-Bow Incident (1940) by Walter Van Tilburg Clark.