You think you're the only one in the world ever got a raw deal... There's a lot of people in this world who've had a tougher time than you or me. Run for Cover is directed by Nicholas Ray and adapted to screenplay by Winston Miller from a story by Harriet Frank Jr. and Irving Ravetch. It stars James Cagney, Viveca Lindfors, John Derek, Jean Hersholt, Grant Withers, Jack Lambert, Ray Teal and Ernest Borgnine. A…
Top Cast
James Cagney
Matt Dow
Viveca Lindfors
Helga Swenson
John Derek
Davey Bishop
Jean Hersholt
Mr. Swenson
Grant Withers
Gentry
Jack Lambert
Larsen
Ernest Borgnine
Morgan
Ray Teal
Sheriff
Irving Bacon
Scotty
Trevor Bardette
Paulsen
John Miljan
Mayor Walsh
Gus Schilling
Doc Ridgeway
Denver Pyle
Harvey (uncredited)
Phil Chambers
Morgan's Partner in Bank Robbery (uncredited)
Bob Folkerson
Hughes (uncredited)
Joe Haworth
Larry - Train Guard (uncredited)
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“Matt” (James Cagney) and his partner “Daley” (John Derek) are lucky to have escaped the lynch mob after they are mistaken for bank robbers, and after he tells the townsfolk a few home truths the former man ends up their sheriff whilst the latter recovers from injuries sustained during their earlier apprehension. With all looking set fair, “Matt” takes up with “Helga” (Viveca Lindfors) and hopes to be married but…
FAQ about Run for Cover
What is Run for Cover about?
An ex-convict drifter and his flawed young partner are made sheriff and deputy of a Western town.
When was Run for Cover released?
Run for Cover was released in 1955.
What genres does Run for Cover belong to?
Run for Cover is categorised as Western, Drama.
Who stars in Run for Cover?
The cast of Run for Cover includes James Cagney, Viveca Lindfors, John Derek, Jean Hersholt, Grant Withers.