The Villain
"...the fastest fun in the west!"
Originally released in 1979. The Villain is a comedy/western film. directed by Hal Needham. At just 89 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Starring Kirk Douglas, Ann-Margret, and Arnold Schwarzenegger
Synopsis
Handsome Stranger has agreed to escort Charming Jones to collect her inheritance from her father. But Avery Simpson wants the money and hires notorious outlaw Cactus Jack to ambush Charming. However, Cactus Jack is not very good at robbing people.
Quick Facts
Release Date
July 26, 1979
46 years ago
Runtime
1h 29m
89 minutes total
User Rating
5.7/10
Mixed (157 votes)
Budget
$5M
Production budget
Language
English
Original language
Country
United States of America
Production
Director
Top Cast
Kirk Douglas
as Cactus Jack
Ann-Margret
as Charming Jones
Arnold Schwarzenegger
as Handsome Stranger
Paul Lynde
as Nervous Elk
Foster Brooks
as Bank Clerk
Ruth Buzzi
as Damsel in Distress
Jack Elam
as Avery Simpson
Strother Martin
as Parody Jones
Robert Tessier
as Mashing Finger
Mel Tillis
as Telegraph Agent
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
- Budget
- $5,000,000
Production Companies
- Rastar Productions
Frequently Asked Questions
What is The Villain about?
Handsome Stranger has agreed to escort Charming Jones to collect her inheritance from her father. But Avery Simpson wants the money and hires notorious outlaw Cactus Jack to ambush Charming. Howeve...
Who directed The Villain?
The Villain was directed by Hal Needham.
How long is The Villain?
The Villain has a runtime of 1 hours and 29 minutes (89 minutes total).
When was The Villain released?
The Villain was released on July 26, 1979 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in The Villain?
The main cast of The Villain includes Kirk Douglas, Ann-Margret, Arnold Schwarzenegger, Paul Lynde, Foster Brooks.
Is The Villain worth watching?
The Villain has a user rating of 5.7/10 based on 157 reviews, indicating mixed reception from audiences.