What is the duration of The Big Country?

The duration of The Big Country is 166 min.

What is the original language of The Big Country?

The original language of The Big Country is English.

Who directed The Big Country?

The Big Country was directed by William Wyler.

Which studio made The Big Country?

The Big Country was produced by United Artists.

The Big Country 1958

Q: Does The Big Country have end credit scenes?

The Big Country does not have end credit scenes.

Romance

Western

Rank

#6,968

Runtime

166 min

Language

English

Captain James McKay leaves his urban existence to marry Patricia Terrill in the American West. However, his arrival plunges him into a fierce dispute over land and water rights between the Terrill family and the formidable Hannasseys. As McKay strives to bring peace to the region, he encounters opposition from his future father-in-law and even his bride, who are unwilling to find a compromise.

United Artists

Studio

William Wyler

Director

Does The Big Country have end credit scenes?

No!

The Big Country does not have end credit scenes. You can leave when the credits roll.

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Charles Bickford

Jean Simmons

Gregory Peck

Alfonso Bedoya

Buff Brady

Burl Ives

Carroll Baker

Charlton Heston

Chuck Hayward

Shailar Coby

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Awards & Nominations for The Big Country

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13th British Academy Film Awards 1960

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Best Film

The 31st Academy Awards 1959

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Actor in a Supporting Role

Burl Ives

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Music (Music Score of a Dramatic or Comedy Picture)

16th Golden Globe Awards 1959

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Best Supporting Actor

Burl Ives

11th Directors Guild of America Awards 1958

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Feature Film

William Wyler

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