Jack Crabb, looking back from extreme old age, tells of his life being raised by Indians and fighting with General Custer.

Dustin Hoffmanas Jack Crabb
Faye Dunawayas Mrs. Louise Pendrake
Chief Dan Georgeas Old Lodge Skins
Martin Balsamas Mr. Merriweather
Richard Mulliganas Gen. George Armstrong Custer
Jeff Coreyas Wild Bill Hickok
Aimée Ecclesas Sunshine
Kelly Jean Petersas Olga
William Hickeyas Historian
Alan Oppenheimeras Major