A town Marshal, despite the disagreements of his newlywed bride and the townspeople around him, must face a gang of deadly killers alone at "high noon" when the gang leader, an outlaw he "sent up" years ago, arrives on the noon train. Director: Fred Zinnemann Writers: Carl Foreman, John W. Cunningham Stars: Gary Cooper, Thomas Mitchell, Lloyd Bridges See more » Awards: Won 4 Oscars. Another 14 wins & 12 nominations.