A Gunfight(1971)
“In Bajo Rio, they pay to see a man kill a bull. Today, they'll pay to see a man kill another man.”
Overview
Will Tenneray and Abe Cross are two aging, famous gunfighters, both in need of money. Tenneray comes up with the idea to stage a duel to the death in a bullfight arena, with the ticket proceeds going to the winner.
Director
Lamont Johnson
Studio
Paramount Pictures
Cast
Johnny Cash
as Abe Cross
Kirk Douglas
as Will Tenneray
Jane Alexander
as Nora Tenneray
Karen Black
as Jenny Simms
Dana Elcar
as Marv Green
Robert J. Wilke
as Marshal Tom Cater
Keith Carradine
as The Young Gunfighter
Eric Douglas
as Bud Tenneray
Paul Lambert
as Ed Fleury
Raf Vallone
as Francisco Alvarez
James D. Cavasos
as Newt Hale
Philip L. Mead
as Kyle Briggs
Where to Watch
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Movie Facts
Release Year
1971
Runtime
1h 29m
Language
English
Rating
5.8 / 10
Production Companies
Paramount Pictures • Joel Productions • Harvest Pictures
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Frequently Asked Questions
Where can I watch A Gunfight?▼
Check the "Where to Watch" section above for current streaming platforms, rental options, and purchase links for A Gunfight (1971).
What is A Gunfight about?▼
Will Tenneray and Abe Cross are two aging, famous gunfighters, both in need of money. Tenneray comes up with the idea to stage a duel to the death in a bullfight arena, with the ticket proceeds going to the winner.
Who directed A Gunfight?▼
A Gunfight was directed by Lamont Johnson and released in 1971. It is a western, drama film.
How long is A Gunfight?▼
A Gunfight has a runtime of 1 hours and 29 minutes (89 minutes total).
Who stars in A Gunfight?▼
The cast of A Gunfight includes Johnny Cash as Abe Cross, Kirk Douglas as Will Tenneray, Jane Alexander as Nora Tenneray, Karen Black as Jenny Simms, Dana Elcar as Marv Green and more.
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