Mountie: Canada's Mightiest Myth (1998)

Mountie: Canada's Mightiest Myth (1998) poster

How did a police officer on horseback become such a potent national image? The award-winning Mountie: Canada's Mightiest Myth traces the legendary history of the Royal Canadian Mounted Police and the evolution of the Mountie as a larger-than-life figure--from its 1873 origins on the Canadian frontier, to the hit TV series "Due South" and the merchandising of the Mountie image.

Director: William Cobban
Runtime: 46 min
Release Date:
Production: ONF | NFB
Country: Canada
Original Language: en
More Films by Director: William Cobban

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Mountie: Canada's Mightiest Myth about?
How did a police officer on horseback become such a potent national image? The award-winning Mountie: Canada's Mightiest Myth traces the legendary history of the Royal Canadian Mounted Police and the evolution of the Mountie as a larger-than-life figure--from its 1873 origins on the Canadian frontier, to the hit TV series "Due South" and the merchandising of the Mountie image.
Who directed Mountie: Canada's Mightiest Myth?
Mountie: Canada's Mightiest Myth was directed by William Cobban.
How long is Mountie: Canada's Mightiest Myth?
Mountie: Canada's Mightiest Myth has a runtime of 46m (46 minutes).
Where was Mountie: Canada's Mightiest Myth produced?
Mountie: Canada's Mightiest Myth was produced in Canada.