Hang 'em High (1968) movie poster

Hang 'em High (1968)

"The hanging was the best show in town. But they made two mistakes. They hung the wrong man and they didn't finish the job!"
ThumbScore
๐Ÿ‘ 73%Google users liked it archived
Critics Score
๐ŸŽฌ 77% (RT: 92%, MC: 62) โ„น๏ธRT = Rotten Tomatoes (critic reviews). MC = Metacritic (weighted critic average). Critics Score is the average of both.
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Runtime
1h 54m
Country
United States of America
Language
English
TMDB Rating
6.8/10 (824 votes)
Rotten Tomatoes
92%
Metacritic
62
Cast
Clint Eastwood as Marshal Jed Cooper
Inger Stevens as Rachel Warren
Ed Begley as Captain Wilson
Pat Hingle as Judge Adam Fenton
Ben Johnson as Marshal Dave Bliss
Charles McGraw as Sheriff Ray Calhoun
Ruth White as Madame Sophie
Bruce Dern as Miller
Most people think so. 73% of audiences gave it a thumbs up based on 824 votes. Critics agree, scoring it 77%.
Overview
Marshall Jed Cooper survives a hanging, vowing revenge on the lynch mob that left him dangling. To carry out his oath for vengeance, he returns to his former job as a lawman. Before long, he's caught up with the nine men on his hit list and starts dispensing his own brand of Wild West justice. Wikipedia โ†—
Fun Facts
  • Many of the background extras were actually locals from the filming locations.
  • Clint Eastwood spent months preparing for the role, heavily researching the subject matter.
  • The iconic poster for Hang 'em High was designed at the very last minute before marketing began.
Audience Consensus

Hang 'em High is a 1968 western, drama film directed by Ted Post. Marshall Jed Cooper survives a hanging, vowing revenge on the lynch mob that left him dangling. To carry out his oath for vengeance, he returns to his former job as a lawman.

Before long, he's caught up with the nine men on his hit list and starts dispensing his own brand of Wild West justice. The film has been rated by 824 audiences on ThumbScore, reflecting its reach and engagement with viewers. As a western film, Hang 'em High delivers on the expectations of its genre while bringing its own distinctive perspective to the storytelling.

The production showcases the creative vision of its filmmaking team, bringing together performances, cinematography, and narrative elements that have resonated with audiences. Hang 'em High (1968) continues to find viewers through theatrical releases, streaming platforms, and home media, maintaining its place in the contemporary entertainment landscape. The film represents the kind of cinematic experience that has attracted a dedicated audience, with viewers appreciating its approach to the story and characters it presents.

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