Hard Times(1975)
“New Orleans, 1933. In those days words didn't say much.”
Overview
In the depression, Chaney, a strong silent streetfighter, joins with Speed, a promoter of no-holds-barred street boxing bouts. They go to New Orleans where Speed borrows money to set up fights for Chaney, but Speed gambles away any winnings.
Director
Walter Hill
Studio
Columbia Pictures
Budget
$3M
Revenue
$5M
Cast
Charles Bronson
as Chaney
James Coburn
as Spencer "Speed" Weed
Jill Ireland
as Lucy Simpson
Strother Martin
as Poe
Margaret Blye
as Gayleen Schoonover
Michael McGuire
as Gandil
Felice Orlandi
as Le Beau
Edward Walsh
as Pettibon
Bruce Glover
as Doty
Robert Tessier
as Jim Henry
Nick Dimitri
as Street
Frank McRae
as Hammerman
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Movie Facts
Release Year
1975
Runtime
1h 33m
Language
English
Rating
6.8 / 10
Budget
$3M
Box Office
$5M
Production Companies
Columbia Pictures • Claridge Productions • Major Studio Partners
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Frequently Asked Questions
Where can I watch Hard Times?▼
Check the "Where to Watch" section above for current streaming platforms, rental options, and purchase links for Hard Times (1975).
What is Hard Times about?▼
In the depression, Chaney, a strong silent streetfighter, joins with Speed, a promoter of no-holds-barred street boxing bouts. They go to New Orleans where Speed borrows money to set up fights for Chaney, but Speed gambles away any winnings.
Who directed Hard Times?▼
Hard Times was directed by Walter Hill and released in 1975. It is a drama, action, crime film.
How long is Hard Times?▼
Hard Times has a runtime of 1 hours and 33 minutes (93 minutes total).
Who stars in Hard Times?▼
The cast of Hard Times includes Charles Bronson as Chaney, James Coburn as Spencer "Speed" Weed, Jill Ireland as Lucy Simpson, Strother Martin as Poe, Margaret Blye as Gayleen Schoonover and more.
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