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Movie The Rerun: 1940s

The Fugitive

In a Mexico where the church is outlawed, a priest on the run tries to evade authorities while still serving his people.

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In a Mexico where the church is outlawed, a priest on the run tries to evade authorities while still serving his people.

Why watch John Ford directed Henry Fonda in this adaptation of Graham Greene's novel The Power and the Glory, shot on location in Mexico.

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Where can I watch The Fugitive?
In the US: Apple TV (rent), Prime Video (rent), Apple TV (buy) and Prime Video (buy). In Australia: Apple TV (buy). In Canada: Apple TV (buy).
What is The Fugitive about?
In a Mexico where the church is outlawed, a priest on the run tries to evade authorities while still serving his people.
Who is in the cast of The Fugitive?
The Fugitive stars Henry Fonda, Robert Armstrong, Dolores del Río, Mel Ferrer and Pedro Armendáriz.
Who directed The Fugitive?
The Fugitive was directed by John Ford and Emilio Fernández.
When did The Fugitive come out?
The Fugitive was released on 1 January 1947.
How long is The Fugitive?
The Fugitive runs 104 minutes (1 h 44 min).

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