The Hanging Tree (1959)

Ceremony Year: 1960Category: Best Original SongReleased: 1959

Nominated Talent & Credits

Jerry Livingston— Music by Jerry Livingston; Lyrics by Mack David

Mack David— Music by Jerry Livingston; Lyrics by Mack David

Synopsis / Overview

Joseph "Doc" Frail is a doctor with a past he's trying to outrun. While in Montana, he comes across a mining camp with a hanging tree and rescues a man named Rune from the noose. With Rune as his servant, Frail decides to settle down, and he takes over as town doctor. He meets Elizabeth, who is suffering from shock, and the two soon fall in love. But when Elizabeth is attacked, Frail's attempt to help her lands them both in trouble.

Historical Academy Record

MUSIC (Song) — 32nd Academy Awards (1960)

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