Young Guns
1988, English. Directed by Christopher Cain.
Six reasons why the west was wild.
A group of young gunmen, led by Billy the Kid, become deputies to avenge the murder of the rancher who became their benefactor. But when Billy takes their authority too far, they become the hunted.
- Runtime
- 1h 47m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
- Rated
- R
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Popcorn Flick
Fun if you don’t overthink it.
6.7/10 from 1,100 TMDB viewer ratings.
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Where to watch Young Guns
Young Guns is streaming on Movie Sphere+ in India.
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Cast & crew
- Christopher CainDirector
- Emilio EstevezWilliam H. Bonney
- Kiefer SutherlandDoc Scurlock
- Lou Diamond PhillipsChavez y Chavez
- Charlie SheenDick Brewer
- Dermot MulroneyDirty Steve Stephens
- Casey SiemaszkoCharley Bowdre
- Terence StampJohn Tunstall
- Jack PalanceL. G. Murphy
- Terry O'QuinnAlex McSween
- Sharon Thomas CainSusan McSween
- Geoffrey BlakeJ. McCloskey
- Alice CarterYen Sun
Details
- Released
- 12 August 1988
- Country
- United States of America
- Written by
- John Fusco
- Budget
- $13M
- Box office
- $45M
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What Young Guns is based on
Young Guns is based on a true story.
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Young Guns: quick answers
Is Young Guns worth watching?
Our verdict is Popcorn Flick: Fun if you don’t overthink it. It scores 6.7/10 from 1,100 TMDB viewer ratings.
How long is Young Guns?
Young Guns runs 107 minutes (1h 47m).
Does Young Guns have a post-credits scene?
None is listed for Young Guns. Viewers tag these on TMDB, so a brand-new film may not be tagged yet.
Young Guns parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
Young Guns is rated R in India. Check the rating guidance before watching with young children.
Which OTT platform is Young Guns on?
Young Guns is streaming on Movie Sphere+ in India. (Checked 7 November 2026.)
What movies are like Young Guns?
If you liked Young Guns, try The Kid, Dead for a Dollar, No Country for Old Men.
Who directed Young Guns?
Young Guns (1988) was directed by Christopher Cain and stars Emilio Estevez, Kiefer Sutherland, Lou Diamond Phillips.
What is Young Guns based on?
Young Guns is based on a true story.