Chuka 1967
“He's a man called Chuka and you don't forget it!”
What is Chuka?
Chuka is a film first released in 1967. Catalogued under Action, Drama, Western.
- Type
- Film
- Year
- 1967
- Status
- Released
- Runtime
- 105 minutes
- Release date
- Jun 11, 1967
- Studios
- Rodlor, Paramount Pictures, New Art Film Company
- Genres
- Action, Drama, Western
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Chuka is a film first released in 1967. Catalogued under Action, Drama, Western. Produced and broadcast by Rodlor, Paramount Pictures, New Art Film Company. Current status: Released.
Should you watch it?
“A lone gunslinger defends a besieged fort while confronting his haunted past.”
- Rod Taylor leads with a commanding performance
- Gordon Douglas directs a tense siege narrative
- Blend of action, drama, and classic Western atmosphere
- Mixed critical reception reflected in modest review scores
- Pacing may feel deliberate for some viewers
Watch it if you enjoy classic Westerns with gritty siege drama and strong lead performances.
The film contains mature themes, violence, and intense emotional content, making it suitable for adult audiences.
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Who stars in Chuka?
The film stars Rod Taylor, Ernest Borgnine, John Mills, Luciana Paluzziová, and James Whitmore.
Who directed Chuka?
Chuka was directed by Gordon Douglas.
What source material is the film based on?
It is based on a 1961 novel by Richard Jessup, who also co-wrote the screenplay.
What is the runtime of the film?
The runtime is approximately 1 hour and 45 minutes.
When was Chuka released in the United States?
It was released on July 23, 1967 in the United States.
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