Thunder in the Sun (1959)

5.6/10 81 min History Western Action Adventure

Overview

A band of Basque immigrants treks through the Old West toward California, where they hope to put down roots and open wineries. When the group's leader dies, his widow Gabrielle marries his brother in accordance with Basque tradition. But it's a loveless union; Gabrielle is smitten with Lon Bennett, the scout who's been hired to guide them on their journey.

Cast

Susan Hayward

Gabrielle Dauphin

Jeff Chandler

Lon Bennett

Jacques Bergerac

Pepe Dauphin

Blanche Yurka

Louise Dauphin

Carl Esmond

Andre Dauphin

Fortunio Bonanova

Fernando Christophe

Albert Carrier

Basque

Veda Ann Borg

Marie (uncredited)

Bob Woodward

Undetermined Secondary Role (uncredited)

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