

The Big Country
“Big they fought! Big they loved! Big their story!”
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.
Where to watch The Big Country in United States
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Where is The Big Country streaming around the world?
| Country | Streaming on | Rent / Buy |
|---|---|---|
| United States | Amazon Prime Video, Amazon Prime Video with Ads, Hoopla, Fawesome | Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies |
| India | Amazon Prime Video, Amazon Prime Video with Ads | Apple TV Store, Amazon Video |
| United Kingdom | Amazon Prime Video, Amazon Prime Video with Ads, Amazon Prime Video Free with Ads | Apple TV Store, Amazon Video, Google Play Movies |
| Canada | Amazon Prime Video, Amazon Prime Video with Ads, Hoopla, Tubi TV | Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube |
| Australia | Amazon Prime Video, Amazon Prime Video with Ads, 7plus | Apple TV Store, Amazon Video, Google Play Movies |
| Germany | Amazon Prime Video, Amazon Prime Video with Ads | Apple TV Store, Amazon Video |
| France | Amazon Prime Video, Molotov TV, Amazon Prime Video with Ads | Apple TV Store, Orange VOD, Amazon Video |
| Spain | Amazon Prime Video, Filmin, Amazon Prime Video with Ads | Apple TV Store, Amazon Video |
| Brazil | Amazon Prime Video, Looke, Oldflix, Looke Amazon Channel | Apple TV Store, Amazon Video |
| Japan | U-NEXT | — |
About The Big Country
The Big Country is a 1958 English-language drama, western and romance film directed by William Wyler. The cast is led by Gregory Peck, Jean Simmons, Carroll Baker. It has a runtime of 2h 47m. Viewers rate it 7.6/10 across 400 ratings. In United States, it is currently streaming on Amazon Prime Video, Amazon Prime Video with Ads, Hoopla.
The Big Country was produced by United Artists, Anthony Productions, and Worldwide Productions and made in United States of America. It was released on August 13, 1958, and carries a NR certification. At the box office it grossed around $4 million worldwide.
- Director
- William Wyler
- Writers
- Robert Wilder, Sy Bartlett, James R. Webb
- Release date
- August 13, 1958
- Original language
- English
- Age rating
- NR
- Status
- Released
- Country
- United States of America
- Box office
- $4 million
- Production
- United Artists, Anthony Productions, Worldwide Productions
The Big Country cast & crew
The Big Country was directed by William Wyler and written by Robert Wilder, Sy Bartlett, and James R. Webb.
The cast features 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, and Charles Bickford as Major Henry Terrill.
Behind the camera, the score was composed by Jerome Moross, cinematography is by Franz Planer, and it was produced by William Wyler and Gregory Peck.
Is The Big Country worth watching?
The Big Country holds an audience score of 7.6/10 from 412 ratings, marking it as well-reviewed drama films.
At 2h 47m, it's a full-evening commitment.
If you enjoy drama, western, and romance, The Big Country is worth a place on your watchlist.
How and where to watch The Big Country
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Cast of The Big Country

Gregory Peck
James McKay

Jean Simmons
Julie Maragon

Carroll Baker
Patricia Terrill

Charlton Heston
Steve Leech

Burl Ives
Rufus Hannassey

Charles Bickford
Major Henry Terrill

Alfonso Bedoya
Ramón Guiteras

Chuck Connors
Buck Hannassey

Chuck Hayward
Rafe Hannassey
Buff Brady
Dude Hannassey
Jim Burk
Blackie / Cracker Hannassey

Dorothy Adams
Hannassey Woman
The Big Country — FAQs
▸Where can I watch The Big Country in United States?
The Big Country is streaming on Amazon Prime Video, Amazon Prime Video with Ads, Hoopla, Fawesome in United States.
▸Is The Big Country on Amazon Prime Video?
Yes — The Big Country is currently available on Amazon Prime Video in United States.
▸What language is The Big Country in?
The Big Country is originally in English, with audio tracks including English, Spanish. Subtitle and dub options vary by streaming service.
▸How long is The Big Country?
The Big Country runs 2 hours 47 minutes (167 minutes).
▸What is The Big Country rated?
The Big Country is rated NR. It holds a 7.6/10 audience score from 412 ratings.











