---
title: "The Trackers"
year: 1971
canonical_url: "https://www.archytele.com/show/the-trackers-1971"
media_type: "movie"
tmdb_id: 252885
imdb_id: "tt0067872"
status: "Released"
runtime_minutes: 73
community_rating: 5.8
vote_count: 10
content_rating: "NR"
---

# The Trackers (1971) — Television & Cinema Intelligence Dossier

> **Archytele Living Vault Canonical Record**: https://www.archytele.com/show/the-trackers-1971

## Executive Summary & Cultural Positioning

Topic: Film "The Trackers" (1971).
Role: Meticulous television and film archivist.
Constraints:
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[1] TMDB: Release date 12/15/1971 (US), Genre: TV Movie and Western, Runtime: 1h 13m. Synopsis: Rancher finds son murdered and daughter kidnapped by bandit gang. Hires professional tracker.
[2] Wikipedia: 1971 American Western television film. Directed by Earl Bellamy. Stars Ernest Borgnine, Sammy Davis Jr., Julie Adams. Originally a television pilot for ABC Movie of the Week.
[3] IMDb: Cast and crew credits.
[4] TMDB: Synopsis (same as [1]).
[5] Moviefone: Cast (Sammy Davis Jr., Ernest Borgnine, Julie Adams) and Director (Earl Bellamy).
Title: The Trackers
Year: 1971
Type: American Western television film / TV Movie
Release Date: 12/15/1971 (US)
Director: Earl

## The Hook & The Verdict

## Streaming Availability Matrix

| Region | Stream (Subscription) | Free / Ads | Rent / Buy |
| :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- |
| **United States (US)** | None | Plex, Plex Channel, Xumo Play, Mometu, Tubi TV | None |
| **United Kingdom (GB)** | None | Plex | None |
| **Canada (CA)** | None | Tubi TV, Plex | None |
| **Australia (AU)** | None | Tubi TV, Plex | None |

## Creative Credits

- **Directed by**: Earl Bellamy
- **Networks / Studios**: Aaron Spelling Productions

## Key Cast Continuity

- **Sammy Davis Jr.** as *Ezekiel Smith*
- **Ernest Borgnine** as *Sam Paxton*
- **Julie Adams** as *Dora Paxton*
- **Connie Kreski** as *Becky Paxton*
- **Jim Davis** as *Sheriff Naylor*
- **William Katt** as *Davey Paxton*
- **Norman Alden** as *Pete Dilworth*
- **Gary Marshall** as *El Grande*
- **Arthur Hunnicutt** as *Ben Vogel*
- **Leo Gordon** as *Higgins*

## Canonical Frequently Asked Questions

### Q: Where can I stream or watch The Trackers online?
The Trackers is currently available to watch or stream on Plex, Plex Channel, Xumo Play, Mometu. Check our live regional availability tracker above for latest direct streaming, subscription, rent, or purchase options.

### Q: Is The Trackers worth watching?
The Trackers holds a community rating of 5.8/10 based on 10 verified viewer ratings. It offers engaging TV Movie, Western for fans of the genre.

### Q: How long is the movie The Trackers and when was it released?
The Trackers is a feature film with a runtime of 73 minutes. It was released in 1971. Release status: Released.

### Q: Who directed The Trackers?
The Trackers was directed by Earl Bellamy.

## Grounded Source Citations

- [The Trackers — The Movie Database (TMDB)](https://www.themoviedb.org/movie/252885)
- [The Trackers (film) - Wikipedia](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/The_Trackers_(film))
- [The Trackers (TV Movie 1971) - Full cast & crew - IMDb](https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0067872/fullcredits/)
- [The Trackers (1971) - Cast & Crew — The Movie Database (TMDB)](https://www.themoviedb.org/movie/252885-the-trackers/cast)
- [The Trackers (1971) Cast & Crew | Moviefone](https://www.moviefone.com/movie/the-trackers/1036447/credits/)

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