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The Mercenary

"He sells death to the highest bidder! Buy or die!"

December 20, 1968 1h 41m 6.9/10 (156 votes)

Originally released in 1968. The Mercenary is a western film. directed by Sergio Corbucci.

Starring Franco Nero, Tony Musante, and Jack Palance

Synopsis

While a Mexican revolutionary lies low as a U.S. rodeo clown, the cynical Polish mercenary who tutored the idealistic peasant tells how he and a dedicated female radical fought for the soul of the guerrilla general Paco, as Mexicans threw off repressive government and all-powerful landowners in the 1910s. Tracked by the vengeful Curly, Paco liberates villages, but is tempted by social banditry's treasures, which Kowalski revels in.

Quick Facts

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Release Date December 20, 1968 57 years ago
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Runtime 1h 41m 101 minutes total
User Rating 6.9/10 Good (156 votes)
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Language Italian Original language
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Country Italy + 1 more

Production Details

Status
Released
Original Language
IT

Production Companies

  • Produzioni Associate Delphos
  • Profilms 21
  • PEA

Frequently Asked Questions

What is The Mercenary about?

While a Mexican revolutionary lies low as a U.S. rodeo clown, the cynical Polish mercenary who tutored the idealistic peasant tells how he and a dedicated female radical fought for the soul of the ...

Who directed The Mercenary?

The Mercenary was directed by Sergio Corbucci.

How long is The Mercenary?

The Mercenary has a runtime of 1 hours and 41 minutes (101 minutes total).

When was The Mercenary released?

The Mercenary was released on December 20, 1968 in theaters.

Who are the main actors in The Mercenary?

The main cast of The Mercenary includes Franco Nero, Tony Musante, Jack Palance, Giovanna Ralli, Franco Giacobini.

Is The Mercenary worth watching?

The Mercenary has a user rating of 6.9/10 based on 156 reviews, indicating good reception from audiences.