The Big Country
1958 · 2h 47m · Drama, Romance, Western · United States of America · Rated PG (GB)
Big they fought! Big they loved! Big their story!
Retired wealthy sea captain Jim McKay arrives in the Old West, where he becomes embroiled in a feud between his future father-in-law, Major Terrill, and the rough and lawless Hannasseys over a valuable patch of land.
Directed by
William WylerBased on the novel by
Donald Hamilton7.3Smart score
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