---
title: "The Magnificent Seven"
year: 1960
canonical_url: "https://www.archytele.com/show/the-magnificent-seven-1960"
media_type: "movie"
tmdb_id: 966
imdb_id: "tt0054047"
status: "Released"
runtime_minutes: 128
community_rating: 7.5
vote_count: 2017
content_rating: "NR"
---

# The Magnificent Seven (1960) — Television & Cinema Intelligence Dossier

> **Archytele Living Vault Canonical Record**: https://www.archytele.com/show/the-magnificent-seven-1960

## Executive Summary & Cultural Positioning

The Magnificent Seven is a Western film released in the United States on October 12, 1960. The production has a total runtime of two hours and eight minutes and is classified as not rated. The story follows an oppressed Mexican peasant village that decides to hire seven gunfighters to assist in the defense of their homes. These individuals are described as fighting with the intensity of seven hundred people. The film is categorized as a Western and is listed in the archives of The Movie Database. As a feature-length motion picture, it serves as a narrative centered on the conflict between the villagers and the forces threatening their community. The provided documentation confirms the release date, the genre, the duration, and the fundamental premise of the plot involving the recruitment of the seven gunfighters. No further details regarding the cast, specific character names, or production personnel are included in the official reference material provided for this entry.

## The Hook & The Verdict

**The Hook**: "A village hires gunfighters to defend against bandits."

### Why Watch
- Iconic ensemble cast
- Gripping showdowns
- Timeless underdog story

### Caveats & Content Note
- Dated pacing
- Limited character depth
- Tone & Suitability: Suitable for general audiences, with violence typical of the Western genre.

**Micro-Themes & Vibe Matrix**: heroic, tense, classic, earnest, action-driven

## Streaming Availability Matrix

| Region | Stream (Subscription) | Free / Ads | Rent / Buy |
| :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- |
| **United States (US)** | Amazon Prime Video, Philo, AMC Plus Apple TV Channel, AMC+ Amazon Channel, AMC+, YouTube TV, IndieFlix, Amazon Prime Video with Ads, IndieFlix Shorts Amazon Channel | Hoopla | Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies |
| **United Kingdom (GB)** | Amazon Prime Video, Amazon Prime Video with Ads | Plex | Apple TV Store, Amazon Video, Sky Store |
| **Canada (CA)** | Amazon Prime Video, Amazon Prime Video with Ads | Hoopla | Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, CosmoGo |
| **Australia (AU)** | Amazon Prime Video, Amazon Prime Video with Ads | Tubi TV, Plex | Apple TV Store, Amazon Video, Google Play Movies |

## Creative Credits

- **Directed by**: John Sturges
- **Networks / Studios**: Alpha Productions, The Mirisch Company

## Key Cast Continuity

- **Yul Brynner** as *Chris Adams*
- **Eli Wallach** as *Calvera*
- **Steve McQueen** as *Vin*
- **Charles Bronson** as *Bernardo O'Reilly*
- **Robert Vaughn** as *Lee*
- **Brad Dexter** as *Harry Luck*
- **James Coburn** as *Britt*
- **Horst Buchholz** as *Chico*
- **Jorge Martínez de Hoyos** as *Hilario*
- **Vladimir Sokoloff** as *Old Man*

## Canonical Frequently Asked Questions

### Q: Is this based on a book?
No, it was originally written for the screen.

### Q: Where is it set?
In a Mexican village and surrounding areas.

### Q: Are there subtitles?
The film is in English.

### Q: Is it in color?
Yes, it was filmed in color.

### Q: How long is it?
The runtime is approximately two hours.

## Grounded Source Citations

- [The Magnificent Seven — The Movie Database (TMDB)](https://www.themoviedb.org/movie/966)

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