The Three Burials of Melquiades Estrada
"Nobody is beyond redemption."
Originally released in 2005. The Three Burials of Melquiades Estrada is a adventure/crime film. directed by Tommy Lee Jones. With a runtime of 2h 1m, it's an epic theatrical experience.
Starring Tommy Lee Jones, Barry Pepper, and Dwight Yoakam
Synopsis
When brash Texas border officer Mike Norton wrongfully kills and buries the friend and ranch hand of Pete Perkins, the latter is reminded of a promise he made to bury his friend, Melquiades Estrada, in his Mexican home town. He kidnaps Norton and exhumes Estrada's corpse, and the odd caravan sets out on horseback for Mexico.
Quick Facts
Release Date
November 17, 2005
20 years ago
Runtime
2h 1m
121 minutes total
User Rating
7.0/10
Great (626 votes)
Budget
$15M
Production budget
Box Office
$12M
0.8x return
Language
English
Original language
Country
United States of America
+ 1 more
Director
Top Cast
Tommy Lee Jones
as Pete Perkins
Barry Pepper
as Mike Norton
Dwight Yoakam
as Sheriff Frank Belmont
January Jones
as Lou Ann Norton
Melissa Leo
as Rachel
Julio Cesar Cedillo
as Melquiades Estrada
Levon Helm
as Old Man with Radio
Mel Rodriguez
as Captain Gomez
Cecilia Suárez
as Rosa
Ignacio Guadalupe
as Lucio
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
- Budget
- $15,000,000
- Revenue
- $12,036,149
Production Companies
- EuropaCorp
- The Javelina Film Company
Frequently Asked Questions
What is The Three Burials of Melquiades Estrada about?
When brash Texas border officer Mike Norton wrongfully kills and buries the friend and ranch hand of Pete Perkins, the latter is reminded of a promise he made to bury his friend, Melquiades Estrada...
Who directed The Three Burials of Melquiades Estrada?
The Three Burials of Melquiades Estrada was directed by Tommy Lee Jones.
How long is The Three Burials of Melquiades Estrada?
The Three Burials of Melquiades Estrada has a runtime of 2 hours and 1 minutes (121 minutes total).
When was The Three Burials of Melquiades Estrada released?
The Three Burials of Melquiades Estrada was released on November 17, 2005 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in The Three Burials of Melquiades Estrada?
The main cast of The Three Burials of Melquiades Estrada includes Tommy Lee Jones, Barry Pepper, Dwight Yoakam, January Jones, Melissa Leo.
Is The Three Burials of Melquiades Estrada worth watching?
The Three Burials of Melquiades Estrada has a user rating of 7.0/10 based on 626 reviews, indicating very good reception from audiences.