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Across the Great Divide
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Directed by Stewart Raffill
Produced by Arthur R. Dubs
Written by Stewart Raffill
Starring Robert Logan
Heather Rattray
George Buck Flower
Music by Gene Kauer
Douglas Lackey
Cinematography Gerard Alcan
Editing by R. Hansel Brown
Frank C. Decot (credited as Frank Decot)
Distributed by Pacific International Enterprises
Release date(s) December 20, 1976 (1976-12-20)
Running time 100 minutes
Country United States
Language English
Money made $18,800,000

Across the Great Divide is an exciting American western-adventure film from 1976. It was directed by Stewart Raffill. The movie stars Robert Logan, Heather Rattray, and George Buck Flower. This film tells a story of courage and friendship in the American West. It was filmed in beautiful locations in Utah and Canada.

A Big Journey Across the West

The story of Across the Great Divide takes place in 1876. It follows two brave orphans, Holly and Jason. They are on a very long journey across the Rocky Mountains. Their goal is to reach the end of the Oregon Trail. There, they hope to claim their inheritance.

During their travels, they meet Zachariah Coop. He is a gambler who is running away from some angry men. Coop wants to join Holly and Jason. At first, the kids are not sure if they can trust him. But as they travel, the trio faces many challenges and dangers. They show amazing courage and determination. Together, they cross the Great Divide. They work hard to reach their dream destination.

Meet the Characters

Here are the main actors and the characters they play in the film:

  • Robert Logan as Zachariah Coop
  • Heather Rattray as Holly Smith
  • Mark Edward Hall as Jason Smith
  • George Buck Flower as Ben
  • Hal Bokar as Sternface
  • Frank Salsedo as Mosa
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