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Lawman (1971): Cast & Ratings

Lawman (1971) movie poster

Lawman is a 1971 adventure western directed by Michael Winner, starring Burt Lancaster, Robert Duvall and Robert Ryan. It runs 1 hour 39 minutes. Critics gave it 73% on Rotten Tomatoes and 52 on Metacritic.

Rotten Tomatoes
73%
Metascore
52
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Lawman (1971) movie poster
Released
Runtime
1h 39m (99 min)
Director
Michael Winner
Genres
Adventure , Western
Original language
English
After the credits
No No extra scene
The story

What Is Lawman About?

The premise of Lawman without spoilers.

In the small town of Bannock, a careless act leads to a tragic death, disrupting the fragile peace. Marshal Jered Maddox arrives to investigate, immediately clashing with Sheriff Cotton Ryan and ranch owner Vincent Bronson as he seeks justice for the victim. The ensuing conflict threatens to tear apart the community and expose long-held secrets, forcing everyone to confront the consequences of their actions and the true meaning of accountability.

Lawman Themes & Keywords

· 50 tags
  • new mexico territory
  • arizona territory
  • revenge
  • shooting a horse
  • ambush
  • shootout
  • old flame
  • ex lover
  • extreme close up
  • shot in the back
  • father son relationship
  • ranch hand
+38 more
  • bullet
  • saloon
  • heavy drinking
  • fire
  • revolver
  • pistol
  • death
  • justice
  • partial female nudity
  • wound
  • fishing line
  • dead horse
  • facial scar
  • showdown
  • drunkenness
  • old man
  • corrupt sheriff
  • bucket brigade
  • splashed with water
  • horseback riding
  • shooting a gun into the air
  • shot in the head
  • dead body tied to a horse
  • close up of eyes
  • ear horn
  • quick draw
  • shot in the chest
  • has been
  • walking on crutches
  • sniper
  • prickly pear cactus flower
  • branding cattle
  • killed one by one
  • graveside ceremony
  • human skull
  • prostitute
  • double barreled shotgun
  • shot in the leg
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Cast & crew

Lawman Cast

Burt Lancaster leads the cast, with Robert Duvall and Robert Ryan. Directed by Michael Winner; 10 actors are credited in all.

From the director

More from Michael Winner

More films directed by Michael Winner, best-rated first: Death Wish, The Mechanic, Scorpio and Death Wish 3.

Full filmography
Ratings

Lawman Reviews & Ratings

Critics gave Lawman 73% on Rotten Tomatoes and 52 on Metacritic.

Videos

Lawman Trailers & Videos

The trailer of Lawman.

Lawman (1971) ORIGINAL TRAILER [HD 1080p]
Details

Lawman Also Known As

19 alternative titles, including “L'homme de la loi” and “En nombre de la ley”.

Also known as
  • L'homme de la loi
  • En nombre de la ley
  • Io sono la legge (1971)
  • Strážce zákona
  • Io sono la legge
  • A törvény nevében
  • Kanun Adamı
  • Jeg er loven
  • Представитель закона
  • 서부의 보안관
  • Mato em Nome da Lei
  • Szeryf
+7 more
  • مرد قانون
  • 执法者
  • Ο Άνθρωπος Του Νόμου
  • En nom de la llei
  • Lainvalvoja
  • ลอว์แมน
  • איש החוק

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FAQ

Lawman FAQ: Cast, Runtime & Release Date

Runtime, release date, director, cast, ratings and post-credit scenes of Lawman, each answered in a sentence.

How long is Lawman?

Lawman runs 1 hour 39 minutes (99 minutes).

When was Lawman released?

Lawman was released on August 4, 1971.

Who directed Lawman?

Lawman was directed by Michael Winner.

More films by Michael Winner

Who is in the cast of Lawman?

Lawman stars Burt Lancaster, Robert Duvall and Robert Ryan, among 10 credited actors.

How is Lawman rated?

Lawman has 73% on Rotten Tomatoes, 52 on Metacritic and 66% on TMDB.

Does Lawman have a post-credit scene?

No. Lawman has no extra scene during or after the credits.

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