The Quick and the Dead 1987
“A mysterious stranger is about to make a woman forget she's a wife and a man remember he's a hero.”
What is The Quick and the Dead?
The Quick and the Dead is a film first released in 1987. Catalogued under Action, Drama, Western, TV Movie.
- Type
- Film
- Year
- 1987
- Status
- Released
- Runtime
- 90 minutes
- Release date
- Feb 28, 1987
- Studios
- Joseph Cates Productions
- Genres
- Action, Drama, Western, TV Movie
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Overview
The Quick and the Dead is a film first released in 1987. Catalogued under Action, Drama, Western, TV Movie. Produced and broadcast by Joseph Cates Productions. Current status: Released.
Should you watch it?
“A lone gunslinger becomes the settlers' last hope against ruthless outlaws in 1876 Wyoming.”
- Strong performances by Sam Elliott, Tom Conti, and Kate Capshaw
- Authentic 19th‑century Wyoming backdrop
- Adaptation of a Louis L’Amour novel
- Television‑movie runtime may feel brief
- Production values reflect its 1980s TV origins
Watch it if you enjoy classic TV westerns with a stoic hero and frontier drama.
Suitable for viewers who appreciate traditional westerns with gun‑fueled conflict.
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When and where is the film set?
The story takes place in 1876 Wyoming.
Who are the central characters?
Newly arrived settlers Duncan and Suzanna McKaskel and frontiersman Con Vallian.
Is the film based on existing material?
Yes, it is based on Louis L’Amour’s 1973 novel.
Who directed and starred in the movie?
Robert Day directed; the cast includes Sam Elliott, Tom Conti, and Kate Capshaw.
How was the film originally released?
It premiered as an HBO made‑for‑television movie in 1987.
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