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The Big Country

1958·Movie·NR·167 min·7.6(412)

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.

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BrazilAmazon Prime Video, Looke, Oldflix, Looke Amazon ChannelApple TV Store, Amazon Video
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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
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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

Gregory Peck

James McKay

Jean Simmons

Jean Simmons

Julie Maragon

Carroll Baker

Carroll Baker

Patricia Terrill

Charlton Heston

Charlton Heston

Steve Leech

Burl Ives

Burl Ives

Rufus Hannassey

Charles Bickford

Charles Bickford

Major Henry Terrill

Alfonso Bedoya

Alfonso Bedoya

Ramón Guiteras

Chuck Connors

Chuck Connors

Buck Hannassey

Chuck Hayward

Chuck Hayward

Rafe Hannassey

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Buff Brady

Dude Hannassey

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Jim Burk

Blackie / Cracker Hannassey

Dorothy Adams

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.

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