The Treasure of the Sierra Madre (1948) movie poster

The Treasure of the Sierra Madre (1948)

"The nearer they get to their treasure, the farther they get from the law."
ThumbScore
πŸ‘ 83%Google users liked it archived
Critics Score
🎬 99% (RT: 100%, MC: 98) ℹ️RT = Rotten Tomatoes (critic reviews). MC = Metacritic (weighted critic average). Critics Score is the average of both.
AdventureDramaWestern

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Director
Runtime
2h 6m
Country
United States of America
Language
English
TMDB Rating
8.0/10 (1,316 votes)
Rotten Tomatoes
100%
Metacritic
98
Cast
Humphrey Bogart as Fred C. Dobbs
Walter Huston as Howard
Tim Holt as Bob Curtin
Bruce Bennett as James Cody
Barton MacLane as Pat McCormick
Alfonso Bedoya as Gold Hat
Arturo Soto Rangel as El Presidente
Manuel DondΓ© as El Jefe
Most people think so. 83% of audiences gave it a thumbs up based on 1,316 votes. Critics gave it 99%.
Overview
Two jobless Americans convince a prospector to travel to the mountains of Mexico with them in search of gold. But the hostile wilderness, local bandits, and greed all get in the way of their journey. Wikipedia β†—
Fun Facts
  • It remains one of the highest-rated adventure films of 1948 among dedicated fans.
  • Many of the background extras were actually locals from the filming locations.
Audience Consensus

The Treasure of the Sierra Madre is a 1948 adventure, drama, western film directed by John Huston. Two jobless Americans convince a prospector to travel to the mountains of Mexico with them in search of gold. But the hostile wilderness, local bandits, and greed all get in the way of their journey.

The film has been rated by 1,316 audiences on ThumbScore, reflecting its reach and engagement with viewers. As a adventure film, The Treasure of the Sierra Madre 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.

The Treasure of the Sierra Madre (1948) 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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