The movie “Great Day in the Morning”, released in 1956, unfolds a captivating drama set during the pre-Civil War era. Pivoting around a Confederate drifter played by Robert Stack, who wins a hotel saloon and faces numerous complexities galore, the film also ropes in Virginia Mayo and Ruth Roman as opposing romantic interests. Dig deeper into the movie’s unique filming locations, the noteworthy dates, and intriguing behind the scene trivia.
Where it Filmed?
“Great Day in the Morning” was shot in a distinct location that added to its charm and authenticity. Filming was primarily done in Silverton, Colorado, United States, adding to the movie’s rich setting. The major part of the filming took place on August 15, 1955, bespeaking the planning and dedication behind the scenes.
Cast Details
| Cast Name | Role |
|---|---|
| Virginia Mayo | Ann Merry Alaine |
| Robert Stack | Owen Pentecost |
| Ruth Roman | Boston Grant |
| Alex Nicol | Captain Stephen Kirby |
| Raymond Burr | Jumbo Means |
| Leo Gordon | Zeff Masterson |
| Regis Toomey | Father Murphy |
| Donald MacDonald | Gary John Lawford |
| Walter Bacon | Townsman (uncredited) |
| Rudy Bowman | Townsman (uncredited) |
| Lovyss Bradley | Wife (uncredited) |
| Fred Carson | Townsman (uncredited) |
| Albert Cavens | Townsman (uncredited) |
| Lane Chandler | Northern Loyalist (uncredited) |
| Lee Erickson | Fighting boy (uncredited) |
| Duke Fishman | Townsman (uncredited) |
| George Ford | Townsman (uncredited) |
| Lloyd Ford | Townsman (uncredited) |
| Slim Gaut | Townsman (uncredited) |
| Al Haskell | Townsman (uncredited) |
| George Huggins | Townsman (uncredited) |
| Jack Kenny | Townsman (uncredited) |
| Mitchell Kowall | Mower – Northern Loyalist (uncredited) |
| Pierce Lyden | Cowboy (uncredited) |
| Casey MacGregor | Townsman (uncredited) |
| Kermit Maynard | Southern Sympathizer (uncredited) |
| Billy McCoy | Townsman (uncredited) |
| Paul McGuire | Saloon Waiter (uncredited) |
| Frank Mills | Townsman (uncredited) |
| Dennis Moore | Townsman (uncredited) |
| Burt Mustin | Doctor (uncredited) |
| Earl Parker | Townsman (uncredited) |
| John Pedrini | Townsman (uncredited) |
| Jack Perry | Townsman (uncredited) |
| William Phipps | Ralston (uncredited) |
| Robert Robinson | Bartender (uncredited) |
| Buddy Roosevelt | Townsman (uncredited) |
| John Roy | Townsman (uncredited) |
| Syd Saylor | Stagecoach Driver (uncredited) |
| Cap Somers | Miner (uncredited) |
| Ray Spiker | Townsman (uncredited) |
| Sailor Vincent | Townsman (uncredited) |
| George D. Wallace | Jack Lawford (uncredited) |
| Dan White | Rogers (uncredited) |
| Peter Whitney | Phil the Cannibal (uncredited) |
| Chalky Williams | Townsman (uncredited) |
Trivia and Facts
- The movie was directed by Jacques Tourneur, while the storyline was crafted by Lesser Samuels and Robert Hardy Andrews.
- It featured a star-studded cast including Virginia Mayo, Robert Stack, and Ruth Roman.
- The movie runs for approximately 1 hour and 32 minutes and belongs to the Western genre.
- Even though the movie is set in the pre-Civil War era, it inaccurately shows two Secret Service agents discussing the likelihood of war. The Secret Service was, in fact, established after the Civil War.
- Going by its international releases, the movie has been known by different names. These include “L’or et l’amour” in France, “Una pistola al amanecer” in Spain, “Skrupellos” in Austria, “Pelo Sangue de Nossos Irmãos” in Brazil, and “Ο χρυσός του Κολοράντο” in Greece.
Geo Location Details
- Location Name: Silverton, Colorado, USA
- Latitude: 37.811941
- Longitude: -107.6645057
- Place ID: ChIJTT8-1PjnPocRP8t9tS4432g
- Map Link: Google Map
- Place Address: Silverton, CO 81433, USA
- Timezone: America/Denver
