---
title: "$1,000 on the Black"
year: 1966
canonical_url: "https://www.archytele.com/show/1-000-on-the-black-1966"
media_type: "movie"
tmdb_id: 143747
imdb_id: "tt0060697"
status: "Released"
runtime_minutes: 104
community_rating: 6.0
vote_count: 24
content_rating: "Unrated"
---

# $1,000 on the Black (1966) — Television & Cinema Intelligence Dossier

> **Archytele Living Vault Canonical Record**: https://www.archytele.com/show/1-000-on-the-black-1966

## Executive Summary & Cultural Positioning

The 1966 western film $1,000 on the Black follows the journey of Johnny Liston, who has just been released from prison after wrongly serving twelve years for a murder. Upon his release, Johnny returns to Campos, the village of his birth. Upon his arrival, he finds that the entire town is terrorized by his brother, Sartana. Furthermore, Sartana has taken Johnny's fiancée, Manuela, to be his lover. In this hostile environment, Johnny faces a town where he is not welcome. With only a mute individual as his friend, Johnny must seize all opportunities to find out why he was framed, who was involved in the conspiracy against him, and why he is unwelcome in his home village.

## The Hook & The Verdict

## Streaming Availability Matrix

| Region | Stream (Subscription) | Free / Ads | Rent / Buy |
| :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- |
| **United States (US)** | Amazon Prime Video, Amazon Prime Video with Ads | Tubi TV | Amazon Video |
| **Canada (CA)** | None | Tubi TV | None |

## Creative Credits

- **Directed by**: Alberto Cardone
- **Networks / Studios**: Metheus Film, Lisa Film

## Key Cast Continuity

- **Anthony Steffen** as *Johnny Liston*
- **Gianni Garko** as *Sartana Liston*
- **Erika Blanc** as *Joselita/Joschita Rogers*
- **Franco Fantasia** as *Sheriff*
- **Sieghardt Rupp** as *Ralph*
- **Angelika Ott** as *Manuela Holt*
- **Daniela Igliozzi** as *Mary*
- **Fortunato Arena** as *Townsman*
- **Sal Borgese** as *Mexican in bar*
- **Carla Calò** as *Rhonda Liston*

## Canonical Frequently Asked Questions

### Q: Where can I stream or watch $1,000 on the Black online?
$1,000 on the Black is currently available to watch or stream on Amazon Prime Video, Amazon Prime Video with Ads, Amazon Video, Tubi TV. Check our live regional availability tracker above for latest direct streaming, subscription, rent, or purchase options.

### Q: Is $1,000 on the Black worth watching?
$1,000 on the Black holds a community rating of 6.0/10 based on 24 verified viewer ratings. It offers engaging Western for fans of the genre.

### Q: How long is the movie $1,000 on the Black and when was it released?
$1,000 on the Black is a feature film with a runtime of 104 minutes. It was released in 1966. Release status: Released.

### Q: Who directed $1,000 on the Black?
$1,000 on the Black was directed by Alberto Cardone.

## Grounded Source Citations

- [$1,000 on the Black — The Movie Database (TMDB)](https://www.themoviedb.org/movie/143747)
- [$1,000 on the Black (1966) - Full cast & crew - IMDb](https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0060697/fullcredits/)
- [$1,000 on the Black (1966) - Cast & Crew — The Movie Database ...](https://www.themoviedb.org/movie/143747-mille-dollari-sul-nero/cast)
- [$1,000 on the Black (1966) Full Cast & Crew - Plex](https://watch.plex.tv/movie/dollar1000-on-the-black/credits)

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