The Ballad of Cable Hogue
"Cable Hogue says … “Do unto others … as you would have others do unto you.”"
Originally released in 1970. The Ballad of Cable Hogue is a comedy/western film. directed by Sam Peckinpah. With a runtime of 2h 1m, it's an epic theatrical experience.
Starring Jason Robards, Stella Stevens, and Slim Pickens
Synopsis
Double-crossed and left without water in the desert, Cable Hogue is saved when he finds a spring. It is in just the right spot for a much needed rest stop on the local stagecoach line, and Hogue uses this to his advantage. He builds a house and makes money off the stagecoach passengers. Hildy, a prostitute from the nearest town, moves in with him. Hogue has everything going his way until the advent of the automobile ends the era of the stagecoach.
Quick Facts
Release Date
March 18, 1970
55 years ago
Runtime
2h 1m
121 minutes total
User Rating
6.9/10
Good (214 votes)
Budget
$3.7M
Production budget
Box Office
$5M
1.3x return
Language
English
Original language
Country
United States of America
Production
Director
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
- Budget
- $3,716,946
- Revenue
- $5,000,000
Production Companies
- Warner Bros. Pictures
Frequently Asked Questions
What is The Ballad of Cable Hogue about?
Double-crossed and left without water in the desert, Cable Hogue is saved when he finds a spring. It is in just the right spot for a much needed rest stop on the local stagecoach line, and Hogue us...
Who directed The Ballad of Cable Hogue?
The Ballad of Cable Hogue was directed by Sam Peckinpah.
How long is The Ballad of Cable Hogue?
The Ballad of Cable Hogue has a runtime of 2 hours and 1 minutes (121 minutes total).
When was The Ballad of Cable Hogue released?
The Ballad of Cable Hogue was released on March 18, 1970 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in The Ballad of Cable Hogue?
The main cast of The Ballad of Cable Hogue includes Jason Robards, Stella Stevens, Slim Pickens, David Warner, L.Q. Jones.
Is The Ballad of Cable Hogue worth watching?
The Ballad of Cable Hogue has a user rating of 6.9/10 based on 214 reviews, indicating good reception from audiences.