The Cowboys
When his cattlemen abandon him for the gold fields, rancher Wil Andersen is forced to take on a collection of young boys as his cowboys in order to get his herd to market in time to avoid financial disaster. The boys learn to do a man's job under Andersen's tutelage, however, neither he nor the boys know that a gang of cattle thieves is stalking them.
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Andersen is Shot Down
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Frequently asked questions about The Cowboys
Where can I watch The Cowboys in the United States?
The Cowboys is available to stream on MGM Plus, Howdy Amazon Channel, Fawesome, and YouTube Free in the United States, and to rent or buy on Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube, and Fandango At Home. Streaming availability is provided by JustWatch and can change over time.
Can I watch The Cowboys for free?
The Cowboys streams free with ads in the United States on Fawesome and YouTube Free. A subscription is not required, though the service may ask you to register.
What are the ratings for The Cowboys?
The Cowboys scores 7.1 on The Movie Database.
Who stars in The Cowboys?
The Cowboys stars John Wayne, Roscoe Lee Browne, Bruce Dern, Colleen Dewhurst, and Alfred Barker Jr.. Mark Rydell is the director.
How long is The Cowboys?
The Cowboys runs 2h 14m (134 minutes).
When did The Cowboys come out?
The Cowboys was released on January 13, 1972.
Which studio made The Cowboys?
The Cowboys was produced by Sanford Productions (III) and Warner Bros. Pictures in the United States.
What was the budget for The Cowboys?
The Cowboys was made on a budget of $6,000,000.
How much did The Cowboys make at the box office?
The Cowboys grossed $7,500,000 worldwide, against a budget of $6,000,000.
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