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Pat Garrett & Billy the Kid

"Best of enemies. Deadliest of friends."

May 23, 1973 1h 55m 7.2/10 (444 votes)

Originally released in 1973. Pat Garrett & Billy the Kid is a western/drama film. directed by Sam Peckinpah.

Starring James Coburn, Kris Kristofferson, and Richard Jaeckel

Synopsis

Pat Garrett is hired as a lawman on behalf of a group of wealthy New Mexico cattle barons to bring down his old friend Billy the Kid.

Quick Facts

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Release Date May 23, 1973 52 years ago
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Runtime 1h 55m 115 minutes total
User Rating 7.2/10 Great (444 votes)
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Budget $4.6M Production budget
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Box Office $11M 2.4x return
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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
Budget
$4,638,783
Revenue
$11,000,000

Production Companies

  • Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Pat Garrett & Billy the Kid about?

Pat Garrett is hired as a lawman on behalf of a group of wealthy New Mexico cattle barons to bring down his old friend Billy the Kid.

Who directed Pat Garrett & Billy the Kid?

Pat Garrett & Billy the Kid was directed by Sam Peckinpah.

How long is Pat Garrett & Billy the Kid?

Pat Garrett & Billy the Kid has a runtime of 1 hours and 55 minutes (115 minutes total).

When was Pat Garrett & Billy the Kid released?

Pat Garrett & Billy the Kid was released on May 23, 1973 in theaters.

Who are the main actors in Pat Garrett & Billy the Kid?

The main cast of Pat Garrett & Billy the Kid includes James Coburn, Kris Kristofferson, Richard Jaeckel, Katy Jurado, Chill Wills.

Is Pat Garrett & Billy the Kid worth watching?

Pat Garrett & Billy the Kid has a user rating of 7.2/10 based on 444 reviews, indicating very good reception from audiences.