---
title: "A Minute to Pray, a Second to Die"
year: 1968
canonical_url: "https://www.archytele.com/show/a-minute-to-pray-a-second-to-die-1968"
media_type: "movie"
tmdb_id: 82884
imdb_id: "tt0063308"
status: "Released"
runtime_minutes: 118
community_rating: 5.9
vote_count: 18
content_rating: "R"
---

# A Minute to Pray, a Second to Die (1968) — Television & Cinema Intelligence Dossier

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## Executive Summary & Cultural Positioning

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Title: A Minute to Pray, a Second to Die (Italian: Un minuto per pregare, un istante per morire).
Year: 1968 (also listed as 1967 in one source).
Genre: Italian Spaghetti Western.
Director: Franco Giraldi (this was his fourth and last western).
Cast: Alex Cord, Arthur Kennedy, Robert Ryan, Enzo Fiermonte.
Original intent: Directed by Sergio Corbucci, cast to include Raffaella Carrà and Renzo Palm.
Plot: A famous gunman (Clay McCord) decides to change his life and turn himself in when amnesty is declared by the new governor of the New Mexico Territory. A vindictive sheriff (or local marshal) sets out to stop him from reaching the Territory, triggering a violent confrontation between himself, the local marshal, and other bandits.

## 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 | Plex, Tubi TV | Amazon Video |
| **United Kingdom (GB)** | Amazon Prime Video, Amazon Prime Video with Ads | Plex | Amazon Video |
| **Canada (CA)** | None | Tubi TV, Plex | None |
| **Australia (AU)** | None | Plex | None |

## Creative Credits

- **Directed by**: Franco Giraldi
- **Networks / Studios**: Selmur Productions, Documento Film

## Key Cast Continuity

- **Alex Cord** as *Clay McCord*
- **Arthur Kennedy** as *Tuscosa Marshal Roy W. Colby*
- **Robert Ryan** as *New Mexico Gov. Lem Carter*
- **Enzo Fiermonte** as *Dr. Chase*
- **Renato Romano** as *'Cheap' Charlie*
- **Franco Lantieri** as *Deputy Marshal Butler*
- **Giampiero Albertini** as *Fred Duskin*
- **Mario Brega** as *Kraut*
- **Nicoletta Machiavelli** as *Laurinda*
- **Rosa Palomar** as *Ruby*

## Canonical Frequently Asked Questions

### Q: Where can I stream or watch A Minute to Pray, a Second to Die online?
A Minute to Pray, a Second to Die is currently available to watch or stream on Amazon Prime Video, Amazon Prime Video with Ads, Amazon Video, Plex. Check our live regional availability tracker above for latest direct streaming, subscription, rent, or purchase options.

### Q: Is A Minute to Pray, a Second to Die worth watching?
A Minute to Pray, a Second to Die holds a community rating of 5.9/10 based on 18 verified viewer ratings. It offers engaging Western for fans of the genre.

### Q: How long is the movie A Minute to Pray, a Second to Die and when was it released?
A Minute to Pray, a Second to Die is a feature film with a runtime of 118 minutes. It was released in 1968. Release status: Released.

### Q: Who directed A Minute to Pray, a Second to Die?
A Minute to Pray, a Second to Die was directed by Franco Giraldi.

## Grounded Source Citations

- [A Minute to Pray, a Second to Die — The Movie Database (TMDB)](https://www.themoviedb.org/movie/82884)
- [A Minute to Pray, a Second to Die (film) - Wikipedia](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/A_Minute_to_Pray,_a_Second_to_Die_(film))
- [A Minute to Pray, a Second to Die (1968) - Cast & Crew — The ...](https://www.themoviedb.org/movie/82884-un-minuto-per-pregare-un-istante-per-morire/cast)
- [A Minute to Pray, a Second to Die (1967) - IMDb](https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0063308/)

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