The Comancheros (1961): Cast, Ratings & Plot
The Comancheros is a 1961 action western directed by Michael Curtiz, starring John Wayne, Jack Elam and Stuart Whitman. It runs 1 hour 47 minutes. Critics gave it 55 on Metacritic, and IMDb users rate it 6.8/10.
- Released
- Runtime
- 1h 47m (107 min)
- Director
- Michael Curtiz
- Original language
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English - Studio
- Twentieth Century Fox
- After the credits
- No No extra scene
What Is The Comancheros About?
The premise of The Comancheros without spoilers. The whole story is in the plot summary further down.
In 19th century Texas, veteran Ranger Jake Cutter is determined to bring notorious outlaw Paul Regret to justice. Their pursuit leads them into a dangerous conflict with the Comancheros, a violent gang exploiting tensions between settlers and Native American tribes. As Cutter and Regret reluctantly work together, they navigate a landscape of chaos and bloodshed, forcing Cutter to confront his own sense of duty and the blurred lines between right and wrong.
The Comancheros Themes & Keywords
· 50 tags- comanchero
- cowboy
- western town
- comanche indian
- native american
- 19th century
- 1800s
- buddy movie
- on the run
- scalped
- doll
- massacre
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- anvil
- digging
- father
- daughter
- wilderness
- secret headquarters
- henchmen
- leader
- assignment
- tough guy
- gunslinger
- co directed by star
- duo
- undercover
- texas ranger
- renegade
- gambler
- american indian
- desert
- repeating rifle
- revolver
- six shooter
- pistol
- cowboys-and-indians
- cowboys and outlaws
- cowboy shirt
- cowboy boots
- cowboy hat
- wagon
- horse
- pistol duel
- duel
- outlaw
- outlaw gang
- gunfight
- shootout
- battle
- small town
The Comancheros Cast
John Wayne leads the cast, with Jack Elam and Stuart Whitman. Directed by Michael Curtiz; 10 actors are credited in all.
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Director Michael Curtiz
Also Starring in The Comancheros
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The Comancheros Reviews & Ratings
Critics gave The Comancheros 55 on Metacritic, and IMDb users rate it 6.8/10.
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IMDb 6.8 /10
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Metacritic 55 Metascore
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The Comancheros Plot Summary
What happens in The Comancheros from start to finish, spoilers included, with a timeline of 15 key events. The opening is below; the full summary is a 4-minute read.
Spoilers ahead
In 1843 New Orleans, the narrative begins with a charming yet reckless gambler, Paul Regret, who finds himself embroiled in a duel over a woman. In a moment of hesitation, rather than merely wounding his opponent, he inadvertently kills him. This unexpected turn of events leads Regret to realize that he has slain the son of a powerful Louisiana judge, prompting him to flee to avoid the death penalty.
While aboard a riverboat, he encounters a captivating woman, Pilar, who employs her associate, Amelung, to investigate Regret’s past. Initially cautious, Regret soon succumbs to Pilar’s charms, convinced she is genuinely interested in him, not his wealth.
Full summary
The whole story of The Comancheros, scene by scene
The Comancheros Trailers & Videos
The trailer of The Comancheros.
How Well Do You Know The Comancheros?
10 questions about the story, each with a hint if you get stuck. Pick an answer to see whether you were right.
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The Comancheros Also Known As
18 alternative titles, including “I comanceros” and “Команчерос”.
- Also known as
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- I comanceros
- Команчерос
- Les Comancheros
- Die Comancheros
- Komancerosi
- Los comancheros
- Os Comancheiros
- Κομαντσέρος
- Jó fiú és rossz fiú
- Os Comancheros
- W kraju Komanczów
- 西部黑手党
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- کومانچروها
- 코만체로스
- コマンチェロ
- Els comanxers
- Komančerosi
- Dehşet Ülkesi
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The Comancheros FAQ: Cast, Runtime & Release Date
Runtime, release date, director, cast, ratings and post-credit scenes of The Comancheros, each answered in a sentence.
How long is The Comancheros?
The Comancheros runs 1 hour 47 minutes (107 minutes).
When was The Comancheros released?
The Comancheros was released on November 1, 1961.
Who directed The Comancheros?
The Comancheros was directed by Michael Curtiz.
More films by Michael Curtiz Who is in the cast of The Comancheros?
The Comancheros stars John Wayne, Jack Elam and Stuart Whitman, among 10 credited actors.
How is The Comancheros rated?
The Comancheros has 6.8/10 on IMDb and 55 on Metacritic.
Does The Comancheros have a post-credit scene?
No. The Comancheros has no extra scene during or after the credits.
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