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The Westerner

"THE RAW UNTAMED ADVENTUROUS WEST...LIVES AGAIN!"

September 18, 1940 1h 40m 7.0/10 (122 votes)

Originally released in 1940. The Westerner is a western film. directed by William Wyler.

Starring Gary Cooper, Walter Brennan, and Doris Davenport

Synopsis

Drifter Cole Harden is accused of stealing a horse and faces hanging by self-appointed Judge Roy Bean, but Harden manages to talk his way out of it by claiming to be a friend of stage star Lillie Langtry, with whom the judge is obsessed, even though he has never met her. Tensions rise when Harden comes to the defense of a group of struggling homesteaders who Judge Bean is trying to drive away.

Quick Facts

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Release Date September 18, 1940 85 years ago
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Runtime 1h 40m 100 minutes total
User Rating 7.0/10 Great (122 votes)
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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

Production Companies

  • Samuel Goldwyn Productions

Frequently Asked Questions

What is The Westerner about?

Drifter Cole Harden is accused of stealing a horse and faces hanging by self-appointed Judge Roy Bean, but Harden manages to talk his way out of it by claiming to be a friend of stage star Lillie L...

Who directed The Westerner?

The Westerner was directed by William Wyler.

How long is The Westerner?

The Westerner has a runtime of 1 hours and 40 minutes (100 minutes total).

When was The Westerner released?

The Westerner was released on September 18, 1940 in theaters.

Who are the main actors in The Westerner?

The main cast of The Westerner includes Gary Cooper, Walter Brennan, Doris Davenport, Fred Stone, Forrest Tucker.

Is The Westerner worth watching?

The Westerner has a user rating of 7.0/10 based on 122 reviews, indicating very good reception from audiences.