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Pat Garrett & Billy the Kid 1973

“Best of enemies. Deadliest of friends.”

★ 7.2/10 R WesternDramaHistory Released
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What is Pat Garrett & Billy the Kid?

Pat Garrett & Billy the Kid is a film first released in 1973. Catalogued under Western, Drama, History.

Type
Film
Year
1973
Status
Released
Runtime
115 minutes
Release date
May 23, 1973
Studios
Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer
Genres
Western, Drama, History
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82 /100 Solid Watch
⚡ Pacing & Momentum7.9/10
🧠 Narrative Depth9/10
🔄 Rewatch Potential7.7/10
🎬 Production Scale8.2/10
🎯 Feature Film #Western #Drama #History

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Pat Garrett & Billy the Kid is a film first released in 1973. Catalogued under Western, Drama, History. Produced and broadcast by Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer. Current status: Released.

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“Lawman Pat Garrett must confront his old friend, outlaw Billy the Kid.”

Reasons to watch
  • Directed by Sam Peckinpah
  • Explores a legendary friendship
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  • Reception is mixed, with moderate audience scores

Watch it if you enjoy Westerns that examine conflicted friendships between lawmen and outlaws.

The film contains mature violence and moral complexity, making it appropriate for adult viewers.

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Who directed Pat Garrett & Billy the Kid?

The film was directed by Sam Peckinpah.

When was Pat Garrett & Billy the Kid released?

It was released in the United States on May 23, 1973.

What genres describe the film?

It is classified as a Western, drama, and history film.

How long is the runtime?

The runtime is 1 hour and 46 minutes.

What is the basic premise of the story?

Pat Garrett is hired as a lawman to bring down his old friend Billy the Kid.

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