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High Noon

August 20, 2000 1h 25m 5.2/10 (6 votes)

Originally released in 2000. High Noon is a drama/action film. directed by Rod Hardy. At just 85 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.

Starring Tom Skerritt, Reed Diamond, and Susanna Thompson

Synopsis

High Noon tells the story of a lawman named Will Kane (Skerritt) who has just married a young bride, Amy (Thompson), promising to leave his dangerous career and settle down for a quiet life. Just as they are about to leave, word comes that a vicious killer Kane had sent to prison years earlier, is coming to town on the noon train seeking vengeance. Kane attempts to rally the town to fight the gunman, but not even his former deputy Harvey (Diamond) is willing to help. Harvey's cowardice infuriates his girlfriend, Helen (Alonso), whose romantic past with both Kane and with the arriving gunman convinces her to pack up and leave town. As the dreaded noon hour approaches, Kane realizes he must stand alone against the coming storm.

Quick Facts

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Release Date August 20, 2000 25 years ago
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Runtime 1h 25m 85 minutes total
User Rating 5.2/10 Mixed (6 votes)
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Language English Original language

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Production Details

Status
Released
Original Language
EN

Frequently Asked Questions

What is High Noon about?

High Noon tells the story of a lawman named Will Kane (Skerritt) who has just married a young bride, Amy (Thompson), promising to leave his dangerous career and settle down for a quiet life. Just a...

Who directed High Noon?

High Noon was directed by Rod Hardy.

How long is High Noon?

High Noon has a runtime of 1 hours and 25 minutes (85 minutes total).

When was High Noon released?

High Noon was released on August 20, 2000 in theaters.

Who are the main actors in High Noon?

The main cast of High Noon includes Tom Skerritt, Reed Diamond, Susanna Thompson, María Conchita Alonso, Noel Fisher.