The Big Country(1958)
“Big they fought! Big they loved! Big their story!”
Overview
Retired wealthy sea captain Jim McKay arrives in the Old West, where he becomes embroiled in a feud between his future father-in-law, Major Terrill, and the rough and lawless Hannasseys over a valuable patch of land.
Director
William Wyler
Studio
United Artists
Revenue
$4M
Cast
Gregory Peck
as James McKay
Jean Simmons
as Julie Maragon
Carroll Baker
as Patricia Terrill
Charlton Heston
as Steve Leech
Burl Ives
as Rufus Hannassey
Charles Bickford
as Major Henry Terrill
Alfonso Bedoya
as Ramón Guiteras
Chuck Connors
as Buck Hannassey
Chuck Hayward
as Rafe Hannassey
Buff Brady
as Dude Hannassey
Jim Burk
as Blackie / Cracker Hannassey
Dorothy Adams
as Hannassey Woman
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Movie Facts
Release Year
1958
Runtime
2h 47m
Language
English
Rating
7.6 / 10
Box Office
$4M
Production Companies
United Artists • Anthony Productions • Worldwide Productions
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Frequently Asked Questions
Where can I watch The Big Country?▼
Check the "Where to Watch" section above for current streaming platforms, rental options, and purchase links for The Big Country (1958).
What is The Big Country about?▼
Retired wealthy sea captain Jim McKay arrives in the Old West, where he becomes embroiled in a feud between his future father-in-law, Major Terrill, and the rough and lawless Hannasseys over a valuable patch of land.
Who directed The Big Country?▼
The Big Country was directed by William Wyler and released in 1958. It is a drama, western, romance film.
How long is The Big Country?▼
The Big Country has a runtime of 2 hours and 47 minutes (167 minutes total).
Who stars in The Big Country?▼
The cast of The Big Country includes Gregory Peck as James McKay, Jean Simmons as Julie Maragon, Carroll Baker as Patricia Terrill, Charlton Heston as Steve Leech, Burl Ives as Rufus Hannassey and more.
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