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The Assassination of Jesse James by the Coward Robert Ford (2007)

Beyond the myth lies America's greatest betrayal

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Outlaw Jesse James is rumored to be the 'fastest gun in the West'. An eager recruit into James' notorious gang, Robert Ford eventually grows jealous of the famed outlaw and, when Robert and his brother sense an opportunity to kill James, their murderous action elevates their target to near mythical status.

Release Date
September 20, 2007
Runtime
2h 40m
Rating
7.1/10 (2757 votes)

Director: Andrew Dominik

Cast: Brad Pitt, Casey Affleck, Sam Rockwell, Paul Schneider, Jeremy Renner, Garret Dillahunt, Sam Shepard, Mary-Louise Parker

Production: Plan B Entertainment, Virtual Studios, Scott Free Productions, Alberta Film Entertainment, Warner Bros. Pictures
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Budget
$30M
Revenue
$15M
Full Cast (39 people)

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John Chard - 10/10

Perfection. I think I will just come right out and say it from the off, this is a masterpiece, a truly spell binding, mesmerising tour de force that seeps class from every pore. I have often found myself cringing and turning my back on those who use in film debate the tired old defence of "it's not for everyone", but here I find I have no choice because this picture is purely for those enamoure...

September 6, 2014

The Assassination of Jesse James by the Coward Robert Ford

The Assassination of Jesse James by the Coward Robert Ford

Beyond the myth lies America's greatest betrayal

Beyond the myth lies America's greatest betrayal

7.1
160 min

Outlaw Jesse James is rumored to be the 'fastest gun in the West'. An eager recruit into James' notorious gang, Robert Ford eventually grows jealous of the famed outlaw and, when Robert and his brother sense an opportunity to kill James, their murderous action elevates their target to near mythical status.

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Original LanguageEnglish
Release Date9/20/2007
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Cast

Brad Pitt

as Jesse James

Casey Affleck

as Robert Ford

Sam Rockwell

as Charley Ford

Paul Schneider

as Dick Liddil

Jeremy Renner

as Wood Hite

Garret Dillahunt

as Ed Miller

Sam Shepard

as Frank James

Mary-Louise Parker

as Zee James

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What is The Assassination of Jesse James by the Coward Robert Ford about?

Outlaw Jesse James is rumored to be the 'fastest gun in the West'. An eager recruit into James' notorious gang, Robert Ford eventually grows jealous of the famed outlaw and, when Robert and his brothe…

How long is The Assassination of Jesse James by the Coward Robert Ford?

2h 40m

When was The Assassination of Jesse James by the Coward Robert Ford released?

September 20, 2007

Who directed The Assassination of Jesse James by the Coward Robert Ford?

Andrew Dominik

Who stars in The Assassination of Jesse James by the Coward Robert Ford?

Brad Pitt, Casey Affleck, Sam Rockwell

What genre is The Assassination of Jesse James by the Coward Robert Ford?

Drama, Western

What is The Assassination of Jesse James by the Coward Robert Ford rated?

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