The Electric Horseman
1979, English. Directed by Sydney Pollack.
He's a washed-up loser. But sometimes losers can be heroes...
A former champion rodeo rider is reduced to using his saddle skills to promote a breakfast cereal in a gaudy Las Vegas show. When he's asked to perform with a $12 million horse, he discovers it is being doped to remain docile. He flees into the desert astride the beast in an act of defiance. A story-hungry female reporter gives chase.
- Runtime
- 2h 2m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
- Rated
- PG
Start now and it ends at ….
Popcorn Flick
Fun if you don’t overthink it.
6.1/10 from 175 TMDB viewer ratings.
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Where to watch The Electric Horseman
The Electric Horseman isn’t on a subscription OTT platform in India, but you can rent it online.
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Cast & crew
Details
- Released
- 21 December 1979
- Country
- United States of America
- Written by
- Robert Garland
- Budget
- $13M
- Box office
- $62M
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The Electric Horseman: quick answers
Is The Electric Horseman worth watching?
Our verdict is Popcorn Flick: Fun if you don’t overthink it. It scores 6.1/10 from 175 TMDB viewer ratings.
How long is The Electric Horseman?
The Electric Horseman runs 122 minutes (2h 2m).
Does The Electric Horseman have a post-credits scene?
None is listed for The Electric Horseman. Viewers tag these on TMDB, so a brand-new film may not be tagged yet.
The Electric Horseman parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
The Electric Horseman is rated PG in India. That rating means it is generally fine for children.
Which OTT platform is The Electric Horseman on?
The Electric Horseman isn’t on a subscription OTT platform in India, but you can rent it online. (Checked 12 November 2026.)
What movies are like The Electric Horseman?
If you liked The Electric Horseman, try The Duchess and the Dirtwater Fox, Goin' South, North to Alaska.
Who directed The Electric Horseman?
The Electric Horseman (1979) was directed by Sydney Pollack and stars Robert Redford, Jane Fonda, Valerie Perrine.