The Big Country
1958, English. Directed by William Wyler.
Big they fought! Big they loved! Big their story!
Retired wealthy sea captain Jim McKay arrives in the Old West, where he becomes embroiled in a feud between his future father-in-law, Major Terrill, and the rough and lawless Hannasseys over a valuable patch of land.
- Runtime
- 2h 47m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
- Rated
- NR
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Where to watch The Big Country
The Big Country is streaming on MGM Plus in India.
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Cast & crew
- William WylerDirector
- Gregory PeckJames McKay
- Jean SimmonsJulie Maragon
- Carroll BakerPatricia Terrill
- Charlton HestonSteve Leech
- Burl IvesRufus Hannassey
- Charles BickfordMajor Henry Terrill
- Alfonso BedoyaRamón Guiteras
- Chuck ConnorsBuck Hannassey
- Chuck HaywardRafe Hannassey
- Buff BradyDude Hannassey
- Jim BurkBlackie / Cracker Hannassey
- Dorothy AdamsHannassey Woman
Details
- Released
- 13 August 1958
- Country
- United States of America
- Written by
- James R. Webb, Sy Bartlett, Robert Wilder
- Box office
- $3.5M
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The Big Country: quick answers
Is The Big Country worth watching?
Our verdict is Worth the Hype: Clear your evening for this. It scores 7.6/10 from 435 TMDB viewer ratings.
How long is The Big Country?
The Big Country runs 167 minutes (2h 47m).
Does The Big Country have a post-credits scene?
None is listed for The Big Country. Viewers tag these on TMDB, so a brand-new film may not be tagged yet.
The Big Country parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
The Big Country is rated NR in India. Check the rating guidance before watching with young children.
Which OTT platform is The Big Country on?
The Big Country is streaming on MGM Plus in India. (Checked 12 November 2026.)
What movies are like The Big Country?
If you liked The Big Country, try Urban Cowboy, The Hi-Lo Country, The Outsider.
Who directed The Big Country?
The Big Country (1958) was directed by William Wyler and stars Gregory Peck, Jean Simmons, Carroll Baker.