The Deadly Companions
"ALONE... IN AN UNTAMED LAND -- WITH THREE MEN WHO FORCED THEIR WAY INTO HER LIFE!"
Originally released in 1961. The Deadly Companions is a western film. directed by Sam Peckinpah.
Starring Maureen O'Hara, Brian Keith, and Steve Cochran
Synopsis
Ex-army officer accidentally kills a woman's son, tries to make up for it by escorting the funeral procession through dangerous Indian territory.
Quick Facts
Release Date
June 6, 1961
64 years ago
Runtime
1h 33m
93 minutes total
User Rating
5.6/10
Mixed (65 votes)
Language
English
Original language
Country
United States of America
Production
Director
Top Cast
Maureen O'Hara
as Kit Tilden
Brian Keith
as Yellowleg
Steve Cochran
as Billy Keplinger
Chill Wills
as Turk
Strother Martin
as Parson
Will Wright
as Doctor Acton
James O'Hara
as Cal, General Store
Peter O'Crotty
as Mayor of Hila City
Billy Vaughan
as Mead Tildon Jr.
Chuck Hayward
as Card Sharp (uncredited)
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Production Companies
- Pathé-America Distributing Company
- Carousel Productions
Frequently Asked Questions
What is The Deadly Companions about?
Ex-army officer accidentally kills a woman's son, tries to make up for it by escorting the funeral procession through dangerous Indian territory.
Who directed The Deadly Companions?
The Deadly Companions was directed by Sam Peckinpah.
How long is The Deadly Companions?
The Deadly Companions has a runtime of 1 hours and 33 minutes (93 minutes total).
When was The Deadly Companions released?
The Deadly Companions was released on June 6, 1961 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in The Deadly Companions?
The main cast of The Deadly Companions includes Maureen O'Hara, Brian Keith, Steve Cochran, Chill Wills, Strother Martin.