Heaven's Gate
"What one loves about life are the things that fade."
Originally released in 1980. Heaven's Gate is a drama/western film. directed by Michael Cimino. With a runtime of 3h 38m, it's an epic theatrical experience.
Starring Kris Kristofferson, Christopher Walken, and John Hurt
Synopsis
Harvard graduate James Averill serves as the sheriff of prosperous Jackson County, Wyoming, standing at the center of a conflict between impoverished immigrants and affluent cattle farmers. Politically connected ranchers enlist mercenary Nathan Champion—who is also vying for the affections of local madam Ella Watson—to combat the immigrant uprising. As tensions escalate, both Averill and Champion start to question their decisions.
Quick Facts
Release Date
November 19, 1980
45 years ago
Runtime
3h 38m
218 minutes total
User Rating
6.7/10
Good (399 votes)
Budget
$44M
Production budget
Box Office
$3.5M
0.1x return
Language
English
Original language
Country
United States of America
Production
Director
Top Cast
Kris Kristofferson
as James Averill
Christopher Walken
as Nathan D. Champion
John Hurt
as Billy Irvine
Sam Waterston
as Frank Canton
Brad Dourif
as Mr. Eggleston
Isabelle Huppert
as Ella Watson
Joseph Cotten
as The Reverend Doctor
Jeff Bridges
as John L. Bridges
Ronnie Hawkins
as Major Wolcott
Paul Koslo
as Mayor Charlie Lezak
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
- Budget
- $44,000,000
- Revenue
- $3,484,331
Production Companies
- United Artists
- Partisan Productions
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Heaven's Gate about?
Harvard graduate James Averill serves as the sheriff of prosperous Jackson County, Wyoming, standing at the center of a conflict between impoverished immigrants and affluent cattle farmers. Politic...
Who directed Heaven's Gate?
Heaven's Gate was directed by Michael Cimino.
How long is Heaven's Gate?
Heaven's Gate has a runtime of 3 hours and 38 minutes (218 minutes total).
When was Heaven's Gate released?
Heaven's Gate was released on November 19, 1980 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in Heaven's Gate?
The main cast of Heaven's Gate includes Kris Kristofferson, Christopher Walken, John Hurt, Sam Waterston, Brad Dourif.
Is Heaven's Gate worth watching?
Heaven's Gate has a user rating of 6.7/10 based on 399 reviews, indicating good reception from audiences.