Young Guns (1988) movie poster

Young Guns (1988)

"Six reasons why the west was wild."
ThumbScore
๐Ÿ‘ 86%Google users liked it archived
Critics Score
๐ŸŽฌ 46% (RT: 43%, MC: 50) 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 47m
Country
United States of America
Language
English
TMDB Rating
6.7/10 (1,013 votes)
Rotten Tomatoes
43%
Metacritic
50
Cast
Emilio Estevez as William H. Bonney
Kiefer Sutherland as Doc Scurlock
Lou Diamond Phillips as Chavez y Chavez
Charlie Sheen as Dick Brewer
Dermot Mulroney as Dirty Steve Stephens
Casey Siemaszko as Charley Bowdre
Terence Stamp as John Tunstall
Jack Palance as L. G. Murphy
Yes. 86% of real audiences liked it based on 1,013 votes. Critics scored it lower at 46%, but audiences disagreed.
Overview
A group of young gunmen, led by Billy the Kid, become deputies to avenge the murder of the rancher who became their benefactor. But when Billy takes their authority too far, they become the hunted. Wikipedia โ†—
Fun Facts
  • It remains one of the highest-rated western films of 1988 among dedicated fans.
  • Emilio Estevez spent months preparing for the role, heavily researching the subject matter.
Audience Consensus

Young Guns is a 1988 western, action, adventure film directed by Christopher Cain. A group of young gunmen, led by Billy the Kid, become deputies to avenge the murder of the rancher who became their benefactor. But when Billy takes their authority too far, they become the hunted.

The film has been rated by 1,013 audiences on ThumbScore, reflecting its reach and engagement with viewers. As a western film, Young Guns 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.

Young Guns (1988) 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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