The Big Country (1958)
09/30/1958 (US) • 2h 46m
Big they fought! Big they loved! Big their story!
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.
Top Billed Cast
James McKay
Julie Maragon
Patricia Terrill
Steve Leech
Rufus Hannassey
Major Henry Terrill
Ramón Guiteras
Buck Hannassey
Rafe Hannassey
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Status
Released
Original Language
English
Budget
-
Revenue
$3,500,000.00
Keywords
epic
love triangle
parent child relationship
ranch
honor
cattle
cowboy
family feud
pistol duel
sea captain
damsel in distress
water conflict
american west
water rights
gun fight
neighbor feud
domineering father
retired army man
cattlemen
cattle stampede
father daughter relationship
land rights
daughter of the boss
beautiful landscapes
fist fight
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