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Once Upon a Time in the West

1968·Movie·PG-13·166 min·8.3(4,917)
DramaWestern

There were three men in her life. One to take her… one to love her —and one to kill her.

As the railroad builders advance unstoppably through the Arizona desert on their way to the sea, Jill arrives in the small town of Flagstone with the intention of starting a new life.

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Where to watch Once Upon a Time in the West in United States

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Where is Once Upon a Time in the West streaming around the world?

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United StatesfuboTV, MGM+ Amazon Channel, MGM Plus Roku Premium Channel, YouTube TVAmazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies
IndiaApple TV Store, Amazon Video
United KingdomYouTube FreeApple TV Store, Rakuten TV, Amazon Video
CanadaApple TV Store, Google Play Movies, CosmoGo
AustraliaNetflix, Netflix Standard with AdsApple TV Store, Amazon Video, Google Play Movies
GermanyWOW, Sky Go, Filmlegenden Amazon Channel, Wow Fiction Amazon ChannelApple TV Store, Amazon Video, Google Play Movies
FranceMolotov TV, Cine+ OCS Amazon Channel , SFR PlayApple TV Store, Google Play Movies, Canal VOD
SpainTivifyApple TV Store, Rakuten TV, Google Play Movies
BrazilNetflix, Looke, Netflix Standard with Ads, NetMoviesApple TV Store, Amazon Video, Google Play Movies
JapanU-NEXTAmazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies

About Once Upon a Time in the West

Once Upon a Time in the West is a 1968 Italian-language drama and western film directed by Sergio Leone. The cast is led by Claudia Cardinale, Henry Fonda, Jason Robards. It has a runtime of 2h 46m. Viewers rate it 8.3/10 across 4900 ratings. In United States, it is currently streaming on fuboTV, MGM+ Amazon Channel, MGM Plus Roku Premium Channel.

Once Upon a Time in the West was produced by Paramount Pictures, Rafran Cinematografica, and San Marco and made in Italy and United States of America. It was released on December 21, 1968, and carries a PG-13 certification. Made on a budget of about $5 million, it went on to gross $5 million worldwide.

Director
Sergio Leone
Writers
Sergio Leone, Bernardo Bertolucci, Dario Argento
Release date
December 21, 1968
Original language
Italian
Age rating
PG-13
Status
Released
Country
Italy, United States of America
Budget
$5 million
Box office
$5 million
Production
Paramount Pictures, Rafran Cinematografica, San Marco
#small town#loss of loved one#harmonica#wedding party#spaghetti western#arizona territory#intercontintental railroad#outlaw gang#water pump#mysterious character#boom town#railroad company#hope for a new life#railroad construction

Once Upon a Time in the West cast & crew

Once Upon a Time in the West was directed by Sergio Leone and written by Sergio Leone, Bernardo Bertolucci, and Dario Argento.

The cast features Claudia Cardinale as Jill, Henry Fonda as Frank, Jason Robards as 'Cheyenne', Charles Bronson as 'Harmonica', Gabriele Ferzetti as Morton, and Paolo Stoppa as Sam.

Behind the camera, the score was composed by Ennio Morricone, cinematography is by Tonino Delli Colli, and it was produced by Fulvio Morsella and Bino Cicogna.

Is Once Upon a Time in the West worth watching?

Once Upon a Time in the West holds an audience score of 8.3/10 from 4,917 ratings, ranking it among the most acclaimed drama films.

At 2h 46m, it's a full-evening commitment.

If you enjoy drama and western, Once Upon a Time in the West is worth a place on your watchlist.

How and where to watch Once Upon a Time in the West

In United States, you can stream Once Upon a Time in the West on fuboTV, MGM+ Amazon Channel, MGM Plus Roku Premium Channel, YouTube TV, and MGM Plus, or rent and buy it on Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, and YouTube. Click any service above to open it directly.

Streaming rights change country by country and month by month, so the options above reflect United States today — switch your country at the top of the where-to-watch section to see availability elsewhere.

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Cast of Once Upon a Time in the West

Claudia Cardinale

Claudia Cardinale

Jill

Henry Fonda

Henry Fonda

Frank

Jason Robards

Jason Robards

'Cheyenne'

Charles Bronson

Charles Bronson

'Harmonica'

Gabriele Ferzetti

Gabriele Ferzetti

Morton

Paolo Stoppa

Paolo Stoppa

Sam

Woody Strode

Woody Strode

Frank's Gunman

Jack Elam

Jack Elam

Frank's Gunman

Keenan Wynn

Keenan Wynn

Sheriff

Frank Wolff

Frank Wolff

Brett McBain

Lionel Stander

Lionel Stander

Innkeeper

Frank Braña

Frank Braña

Frank's Gunman (uncredited)

Once Upon a Time in the West — FAQs

Where can I watch Once Upon a Time in the West in United States?

Once Upon a Time in the West is streaming on fuboTV, MGM+ Amazon Channel, MGM Plus Roku Premium Channel, YouTube TV in United States.

Is Once Upon a Time in the West on fuboTV?

Yes — Once Upon a Time in the West is currently available on fuboTV in United States.

What language is Once Upon a Time in the West in?

Once Upon a Time in the West is originally in Italian. Subtitle and dub options vary by streaming service.

How long is Once Upon a Time in the West?

Once Upon a Time in the West runs 2 hours 46 minutes (166 minutes).

What is Once Upon a Time in the West rated?

Once Upon a Time in the West is rated PG-13. It holds a 8.3/10 audience score from 4,917 ratings.

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