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The Gauntlet (1977)

โ€œClint Eastwood is the man in the middle of The Gauntletโ€

6.5/10 ยท 630 votes 1h 49m r ActionThrillerDramaCrime

#21 of 25 films from 1977 #1148 of 2168 in action

Directed by Clint Eastwood ยท Written by Dennis Shryack, Michael Butler

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Overview

Phoenix cop Ben Shockley is well on his way to becoming a derelict when he is assigned to transport a witness from Las Vegas. The witness turns out to be a belligerent prostitute with mob tiesโ€”and incriminating information regarding a high-ranking official.

Cast

Clint Eastwoodas Ben Shockley
Sondra Lockeas Gus Mally
Pat Hingleas Josephson
William Princeas Blakelock
Bill McKinneyas Constable
Michael Cavanaughas Feyderspiel
Carole Cookas Waitress
Mara Cordayas Jail Matron
Doug McGrathas Bookie
Jeff Morrisas Desk Sergeant
Mildred Brionas Old Lady on Bus
Carver Barnesas Bus Driver
Rae Sunshine Leeas Featured townsperson
Roy Jensonas Biker

Facts

Release dateDecember 17, 1977
Runtime109 min (1h 49m) โ€” about the same as the 1977 average of 111 min
GenresAction, Thriller, Drama, Crime
LanguageEN
Budget$5,500,000
Box office$26,400,000 (4.8ร— budget)
IMDbtt0076070

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Questions

How long is The Gauntlet?
The Gauntlet runs 109 minutes (1h 49m).
Is The Gauntlet worth watching?
TMDB users give it 6.5/10 across 630 votes, which places it #21 of 25 films released in 1977 in this index (top 20%) and #1148 among 2168 action titles.
Who directed The Gauntlet?
The Gauntlet was directed by Clint Eastwood. Other well-rated titles by the same director: Million Dollar Baby (2004), Gran Torino (2008), Unforgiven (1992).
Who stars in The Gauntlet?
Clint Eastwood as Ben Shockley; Sondra Locke as Gus Mally; Pat Hingle as Josephson; William Prince as Blakelock; Bill McKinney as Constable; Michael Cavanaugh as Feyderspiel.
What is The Gauntlet rated?
It carries a r certification in its home market. Ratings differ by country.
Where can I watch the trailer for The Gauntlet?
Open the title in the MTDb app for trailers, images and streaming links: https://mv.peoplentools.com/titles/18256.

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