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The Ranger, the Cook and a Hole in the Sky (1995): Cast

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The Ranger, the Cook and a Hole in the Sky is a 1995 drama western directed by John Kent Harrison, starring Sam Elliott as Bill Bell, Jerry O'Connell and Molly Parker. It runs 1 hour 32 minutes.

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The Ranger, the Cook and a Hole in the Sky (1995) movie poster
Released
Runtime
1h 32m (92 min)
Genres
Drama , Western
Original language
English
After the credits
No No extra scene
The story

What Is The Ranger, the Cook and a Hole in the Sky About?

The premise of The Ranger, the Cook and a Hole in the Sky without spoilers.

In 1919 Montana, a young ranger learns the harsh realities of wildfire fighting from legendary veteran Bill Bell. Without modern equipment, they battle flames with courage, while the rookie discovers nature’s power, honor, trust, and love, earning Bell’s respect and forging a lasting friendship.

The Ranger, the Cook and a Hole in the Sky Themes & Keywords

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  • old man
  • forest ranger
  • peaches
  • hooch
  • dynamite
  • blasting rock
  • trail building
  • lightning
  • forest service camp
  • camp cook
  • rattlesnake
  • lookout station
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  • ice cream soda
  • poker game
  • lost dog
  • forest
  • nature
  • sophomore
  • woods
  • revolver
  • rookie
  • cowboy shirt
  • cowboy boots
  • cowboy hat
  • cowboy
  • mustache
  • cook
  • spurs
  • saddle
  • 1910s
  • beer
  • bartender
  • barroom brawl
  • fistfight
  • horse
  • wild west
  • old west
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Cast & crew

The Ranger, the Cook and a Hole in the Sky Cast & Characters

Sam Elliott leads the cast as Bill Bell, with Jerry O'Connell as Mac and Molly Parker as Sue. Directed by John Kent Harrison; 14 actors are credited in all.

Also Starring in The Ranger, the Cook and a Hole in the Sky

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From the director

More from John Kent Harrison

More films directed by John Kent Harrison: Anne of Green Gables: Fire & Dew, Anne of Green Gables: The Good Stars, Anne of Green Gables and Change of Plans.

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The Ranger, the Cook and a Hole in the Sky Also Known As

Also known as “Strażnik, kucharz i dziura w niebie”.

Also known as
  • Strażnik, kucharz i dziura w niebie

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The Ranger, the Cook and a Hole in the Sky FAQ: Cast & Runtime

Runtime, release date, director, cast and post-credit scenes of The Ranger, the Cook and a Hole in the Sky, each answered in a sentence.

How long is The Ranger, the Cook and a Hole in the Sky?

The Ranger, the Cook and a Hole in the Sky runs 1 hour 32 minutes (92 minutes).

When was The Ranger, the Cook and a Hole in the Sky released?

The Ranger, the Cook and a Hole in the Sky was released on June 15, 1995.

Who directed The Ranger, the Cook and a Hole in the Sky?

The Ranger, the Cook and a Hole in the Sky was directed by John Kent Harrison.

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Who is in the cast of The Ranger, the Cook and a Hole in the Sky?

The Ranger, the Cook and a Hole in the Sky stars Sam Elliott as Bill Bell, Jerry O'Connell as Mac and Molly Parker as Sue, among 14 credited actors.

Does The Ranger, the Cook and a Hole in the Sky have a post-credit scene?

No. The Ranger, the Cook and a Hole in the Sky has no extra scene during or after the credits.

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