Gunfight in Abilene movie poster

Gunfight in Abilene

"The time: NOON! The odds: DESPERATE! The result: MEMORABLE!"

February 3, 1967 1h 26m 6.5/10 (13 votes)

Originally released in 1967. Gunfight in Abilene is a western film. directed by William Hale. At just 86 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.

Starring Bobby Darin, Emily Banks, and Leslie Nielsen

Synopsis

Fighting in the Civil War a man accidently kills his friend. Returning to Abilene after the war he finds his former sweetheart about to marry the brother of the man he killed. To pay his debt he not only refuses to win her back but takes the job of Sheriff, a job he doesn't want, when the brother asks him. Still haunted by the killing he refuses to carry a gun. But there is trouble between the ranchers and the farmers and when he finds the brother murdered he straps on a gun and heads after the killer.

Quick Facts

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Release Date February 3, 1967 59 years ago
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Runtime 1h 26m 86 minutes total
User Rating 6.5/10 Good (13 votes)
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Language English Original language
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Country United States of America Production

Production Details

Status
Released
Original Language
EN

Production Companies

  • Universal Pictures

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Gunfight in Abilene about?

Fighting in the Civil War a man accidently kills his friend. Returning to Abilene after the war he finds his former sweetheart about to marry the brother of the man he killed. To pay his debt he no...

Who directed Gunfight in Abilene?

Gunfight in Abilene was directed by William Hale.

How long is Gunfight in Abilene?

Gunfight in Abilene has a runtime of 1 hours and 26 minutes (86 minutes total).

When was Gunfight in Abilene released?

Gunfight in Abilene was released on February 3, 1967 in theaters.

Who are the main actors in Gunfight in Abilene?

The main cast of Gunfight in Abilene includes Bobby Darin, Emily Banks, Leslie Nielsen, Donnelly Rhodes, Don Galloway.