Jeremiah Johnson (1972) movie poster

Jeremiah Johnson (1972)

"Some say he's dead...some say he never will be."
ThumbScore
πŸ‘ 70%Google users liked it archived
Critics Score
🎬 83% (RT: 91%, MC: 75) ℹ️RT = Rotten Tomatoes (critic reviews). MC = Metacritic (weighted critic average). Critics Score is the average of both.
AdventureWesternDramaAction

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Runtime
1h 48m
Country
United States of America
Language
English
TMDB Rating
7.3/10 (680 votes)
Rotten Tomatoes
91%
Metacritic
75
Cast
Robert Redford as Jeremiah Johnson
Will Geer as Bear Claw
Delle Bolton as Swan
Josh Albee as Caleb
JoaquΓ­n MartΓ­nez as Paints His Shirt Red
Allyn Ann McLerie as Crazy Woman
Stefan Gierasch as Del Gue
Richard Angarola as Chief Two-Tongues Lebeaux
Most people think so. 70% of audiences gave it a thumbs up based on 680 votes. Critics gave it 83%.
Overview
A mountain man who wishes to live the life of a hermit becomes the unwilling object of a long vendetta by Indians when he proves to be the match of their warriors in one-on-one combat on the early frontier. Wikipedia β†—
Fun Facts
  • The initial cut of Jeremiah Johnson was reportedly much longer, with several subplots removed to improve the pacing.
  • It remains one of the highest-rated adventure films of 1972 among dedicated fans.
Audience Consensus

Jeremiah Johnson is a 1972 adventure, western, drama film directed by Sydney Pollack. A mountain man who wishes to live the life of a hermit becomes the unwilling object of a long vendetta by Indians when he proves to be the match of their warriors in one-on-one combat on the early frontier. The film has been rated by 680 audiences on ThumbScore, reflecting its reach and engagement with viewers.

As a adventure film, Jeremiah Johnson 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. Jeremiah Johnson (1972) 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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