The Big Country (1958)

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The Big Country on IMDb 7.9/10 12,856 votes

Released:
1958-08-13

Overview:
Retired wealthy sea captain Jim McKay arrives in the Old West, where he becomes embroiled in a feud between his future father-in-law, Major Terrill, and the rough and lawless Hannasseys over a valuable patch of land.

Director:
William Wyler

Runtime:
2h 47min

Genre:
Drama, Western, Romance

  • Cast:
  • Gregory Peck
    as
    James McKay
  • Jean Simmons
    as
    Julie Maragon
  • Carroll Baker
    as
    Patricia Terrill
  • Charlton Heston
    as
    Steve Leech
  • Burl Ives
    as
    Rufus Hannassey