The Sheepman
"They called him the STRANGER WITH A GUN..."
Originally released in 1958. The Sheepman is a western/comedy film. directed by George Marshall. At just 85 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Starring Glenn Ford, Shirley MacLaine, and Leslie Nielsen
Synopsis
A stranger in a Western cattle-town behaves with remarkable self-assurance, establishing himself as a man to be reckoned with. The reason appears with his stock: a herd of sheep, which he intends to graze on the range. The horrified inhabitants decide to run him out at all costs.
Quick Facts
Release Date
May 1, 1958
67 years ago
Runtime
1h 25m
85 minutes total
User Rating
6.9/10
Good (62 votes)
Language
English
Original language
Country
United States of America
Production
Director
Top Cast
Glenn Ford
as Jason Sweet
Shirley MacLaine
as Dell Payton
Leslie Nielsen
as Stephen Bedford / Johnny Bledsoe
Mickey Shaughnessy
as "Jumbo" McCall
Edgar Buchanan
as Milt Masters
Willis Bouchey
as Frank Payton
Pernell Roberts
as Chocktaw Neal
Slim Pickens
as Marshal
Robert "Buzz" Henry
as Red
Pedro Gonzalez Gonzalez
as Angelo
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Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Production Companies
- Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer
Frequently Asked Questions
What is The Sheepman about?
A stranger in a Western cattle-town behaves with remarkable self-assurance, establishing himself as a man to be reckoned with. The reason appears with his stock: a herd of sheep, which he intends t...
Who directed The Sheepman?
The Sheepman was directed by George Marshall.
How long is The Sheepman?
The Sheepman has a runtime of 1 hours and 25 minutes (85 minutes total).
When was The Sheepman released?
The Sheepman was released on May 1, 1958 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in The Sheepman?
The main cast of The Sheepman includes Glenn Ford, Shirley MacLaine, Leslie Nielsen, Mickey Shaughnessy, Edgar Buchanan.