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Once Upon a Time in the West(1968)

2h 46mDrama, WesternEnglish
8.3/10
4,895 user ratings

There were three men in her life. One to take her… one to love her —and one to kill her.

Overview

As the railroad builders advance unstoppably through the Arizona desert on their way to the sea, Jill arrives in the small town of Flagstone with the intention of starting a new life.

Director

Sergio Leone

Studio

Paramount Pictures

Budget

$5M

Revenue

$5M

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Cast

Claude Cardinale

Claude Cardinale

as Jill

Henry Fonda

Henry Fonda

as Frank

Jason Robards

Jason Robards

as 'Cheyenne'

Charles Bronson

Charles Bronson

as 'Harmonica'

Gabriele Ferzetti

Gabriele Ferzetti

as Morton

Paolo Stoppa

Paolo Stoppa

as Sam

Woody Strode

Woody Strode

as Frank's Gunman

Jack Elam

Jack Elam

as Frank's Gunman

Keenan Wynn

Keenan Wynn

as Sheriff

Frank Wolff

Frank Wolff

as Brett McBain

Lionel Stander

Lionel Stander

as Innkeeper

Frank Braña

Frank Braña

as Frank's Gunman (uncredited)

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Movie Facts

Release Year

1968

Runtime

2h 46m

Language

English

Rating

8.3 / 10

Budget

$5M

Box Office

$5M

Production Companies

Paramount Pictures • Rafran Cinematografica • San Marco

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Where can I watch Once Upon a Time in the West?

Check the "Where to Watch" section above for current streaming platforms, rental options, and purchase links for Once Upon a Time in the West (1968).

What is Once Upon a Time in the West about?

As the railroad builders advance unstoppably through the Arizona desert on their way to the sea, Jill arrives in the small town of Flagstone with the intention of starting a new life.

Who directed Once Upon a Time in the West?

Once Upon a Time in the West was directed by Sergio Leone and released in 1968. It is a drama, western film.

How long is Once Upon a Time in the West?

Once Upon a Time in the West has a runtime of 2 hours and 46 minutes (166 minutes total).

Who stars in Once Upon a Time in the West?

The cast of Once Upon a Time in the West includes Claude Cardinale as Jill, Henry Fonda as Frank, Jason Robards as 'Cheyenne', Charles Bronson as 'Harmonica', Gabriele Ferzetti as Morton and more.

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