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The Big Country

7.6/10

Rating

167 min

Runtime

1958

Release Year

William Wyler

Director

Cast

Gregory Peck, Jean Simmons, Carroll Baker, Charlton Heston, Burl Ives

Quick Synopsis

Jim McKay, a retired and wealthy sea captain, moves to the Old West where he becomes involved in a conflict between Major Terrill, his future father-in-law, and the Hannassey family, who are known for their rough and lawless behavior, over control of a valuable piece of land.

Detailed Synopsis of The Big Country

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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