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The Wild Bunch (1969)

“Unchanged men in a changing land”

7.6/10 · 1,385 votes 2h 25m r Western

#4 of 12 films from 1969 #22 of 124 in western

Directed by Sam Peckinpah · Written by Sam Peckinpah, Walon Green, Roy N. Sickner

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Overview

An aging group of outlaws look for one last big score as the "traditional" American West is disappearing around them.

Cast

William Holdenas Pike Bishop
Ernest Borgnineas Dutch Engstrom
Robert Ryanas Deke Thornton
Jaime Sánchezas Angel
Warren Oatesas Lyle Gorch
Edmond O'Brienas Freddie Sykes
Ben Johnsonas Tector Gorch
Albert Dekkeras Pat Harrigan
Strother Martinas Coffer
Emilio Fernándezas Gen. Mapache
L.Q. Jonesas T.C
Bo Hopkinsas Clarence 'Crazy' Lee
Dub Tayloras Reverend Wainscoat
Paul Harperas Ross

Facts

Release dateJune 19, 1969
Runtime145 min (2h 25m) — longer as the 1969 average of 116 min
GenresWestern
LanguageEN
Budget$6,244,087
Box office$638,641 (0.1× budget)
IMDbtt0065214

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Questions

How long is The Wild Bunch?
The Wild Bunch runs 145 minutes (2h 25m).
Is The Wild Bunch worth watching?
TMDB users give it 7.6/10 across 1,385 votes, which places it #4 of 12 films released in 1969 in this index (top 75%) and #22 among 124 western titles.
Who directed The Wild Bunch?
The Wild Bunch was directed by Sam Peckinpah. Other well-rated titles by the same director: Straw Dogs (1971), The Getaway (1972), Cross of Iron (1977).
Who stars in The Wild Bunch?
William Holden as Pike Bishop; Ernest Borgnine as Dutch Engstrom; Robert Ryan as Deke Thornton; Jaime Sánchez as Angel; Warren Oates as Lyle Gorch; Edmond O'Brien as Freddie Sykes.
What is The Wild Bunch rated?
It carries a r certification in its home market. Ratings differ by country.
Where can I watch the trailer for The Wild Bunch?
Open the title in the MTDb app for trailers, images and streaming links: https://mv.peoplentools.com/titles/78655.

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