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September Dawn (2007): Cast, Ratings, Box Office & Plot

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September Dawn is a 2007 drama western directed by Christopher Cain, starring Jon Voight, Tamara Hope and Trent Ford. It runs 1 hour 50 minutes and earned $1.1 million worldwide on a $11 million budget. Critics gave it 25 on Metacritic, and IMDb users rate it 5.8/10.

IMDb rating
5.8/10
worldwide gross
$1.1M
Metascore
25
budget
$11M
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September Dawn (2007) movie poster
Released
Runtime
1h 50m (110 min)
Director
Christopher Cain
Genres
Drama , History , Romance , Western
Original language
English
Budget
$11M
After the credits
No No extra scene
The story

What Is September Dawn About?

The premise of September Dawn without spoilers. The whole story is in the plot summary further down.

In a remote Utah valley, a shocking massacre occurs on September 11, 1857, claiming the lives of one hundred twenty people. The events are steeped in mystery and speculation, with the true reasons for the violence deliberately concealed to protect the reputation of a prominent religious figure. Drawing on historical accounts, this drama explores the complex interplay of faith, loyalty, and the devastating consequences of tragedy, revealing a darker chapter in American history.

September Dawn Themes & Keywords

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  • arrow
  • bow the weapon
  • horseback riding
  • native american village
  • murder of a child
  • minister
  • crying
  • brigham young character
  • joseph smith character
  • 1850s
  • 1840s
  • 1870s
+38 more
  • love
  • settler
  • mormon
  • wagon train
  • massacre
  • death
  • murder spree
  • mass murder
  • firing squad
  • arrest
  • horse and carriage
  • soldier
  • killing in god's name
  • piute indian
  • shot to death
  • coffin
  • horse and wagon
  • blood
  • revenge
  • salt lake city utah
  • savagery
  • intolerance
  • disguise
  • six gun
  • attack
  • subtitles
  • secrecy
  • custom
  • shackled
  • conspiracy
  • rite
  • locket
  • widower
  • corpse
  • river
  • ritual
  • buttocks
  • temple
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Cast & crew

September Dawn Cast

Jon Voight leads the cast, with Tamara Hope and Trent Ford. Directed by Christopher Cain.

From the director

More from Christopher Cain

More films directed by Christopher Cain, best-rated first: Young Guns, That Was Then... This Is Now, The Next Karate Kid and The Principal.

Full filmography
Ratings

September Dawn Reviews & Ratings

Critics gave September Dawn 25 on Metacritic, and IMDb users rate it 5.8/10.

Plot

September Dawn Plot Summary

What happens in September Dawn from start to finish, spoilers included, with a timeline of 10 key events. The opening is below; the full summary is a 1-minute read.

Spoilers ahead

In 1857, as a wagon train departing from Arkansas and a fervent group of Mormons approached Cedar City, Utah, they were destined for a tragic encounter that would change lives forever. Amidst this tension, two young souls found themselves irresistibly drawn to one another. The moment Jonathan Samuelson laid his eyes on the captivating Emily Hudson, he felt an instant connection. Likewise, Emily was enchanted by Jonathan, a kindhearted young Mormon with a remarkable affinity for horses.

Full summary

The whole story of September Dawn, scene by scene

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Box office

September Dawn Box Office & Budget

September Dawn grossed $1.1 million worldwide on a $11 million budget, 10% of what it cost.

2007 box office

Worldwide gross

$1.1M

10% of its budget back

US & Canada
$1.1M
Budget
$11M
Videos

September Dawn Trailers & Videos

The trailer of September Dawn.

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Quiz

How Well Do You Know September Dawn?

10 questions about the story, each with a hint if you get stuck. Pick an answer to see whether you were right.

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What year does the movie September Dawn take place in?

Details

September Dawn Also Known As

7 alternative titles, including “Septembre Funeste” and “Setembro Negro”.

Also known as
  • Septembre Funeste
  • Setembro Negro
  • Последний сентябрь
  • שחר ספטמבר
  • Krvavý úsvit
  • Wrześniowy świt
  • 九月黎明

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FAQ

September Dawn FAQ: Cast, Box Office & Runtime

Runtime, release date, director, cast, box office, ratings and post-credit scenes of September Dawn, each answered in a sentence.

How long is September Dawn?

September Dawn runs 1 hour 50 minutes (110 minutes).

When was September Dawn released?

September Dawn was released on August 24, 2007.

Who directed September Dawn?

September Dawn was directed by Christopher Cain.

More films by Christopher Cain

Who is in the cast of September Dawn?

September Dawn stars Jon Voight, Tamara Hope and Trent Ford.

How much did September Dawn make at the box office?

September Dawn grossed $1.1 million worldwide on a budget of $11 million.

How is September Dawn rated?

September Dawn has 5.8/10 on IMDb, 25 on Metacritic and 52% on TMDB.

Does September Dawn have a post-credit scene?

No. September Dawn has no extra scene during or after the credits.

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