Colonel Custer, an outspoken believer in fair treatment for the Indians, is ousted from his post and forced into retirement. Fueled by ambition when a Senator Blaine convinces him to run for President, Custer decides to upstage General Terry at Little Big Horn.
| Actor | Role |
|---|---|
 Joseph CottenMajor Marcus A. Reno | Major Marcus A. Reno |
 Darren McGavinCaptain Frederick William Benton | Captain Frederick William Benton |
 Philip CareyColonel George Armstrong Custer | Colonel George Armstrong Custer |
 Julie SommarsCaroline Reno | Caroline Reno |
 Nancy KovackLibbie Custer | Libbie Custer |
| JJohn MatthewsDakota | Dakota |
 Michael PateSitting Bull | Sitting Bull |
 Don HaggertySenator Blaine | Senator Blaine |
 Frank FergusonGeneral Alfred Howe Terry | General Alfred Howe Terry |
 Stacy HarrisMr. Turner | Mr. Turner |
 Iron Eyes CodyCrazy Horse | Crazy Horse |
 House Peters Jr.Mark Cambridge, a reporter | Mark Cambridge, a reporter |