The Milagro Beanfield War
1988, English. Directed by Robert Redford.
The accidental breakdown of an irrigation valve launches a hot confrontation between the mainly Latino farmers in a tiny New Mexico town and the real estate developers and politicians determined to acquire their land for a golf resort.
- Runtime
- 1h 57m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
- Rated
- R
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Popcorn Flick
Fun if you don’t overthink it.
6.6/10 from 102 TMDB viewer ratings.
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Cast & crew
- Robert RedfordDirector
- Rubén BladesSheriff Bernabe Montoya
- Richard BradfordLadd Devine
- Sonia BragaRuby Archuleta
- Julie CarmenNancy Mondragon
- James GammonHorsethief Shorty
- Melanie GriffithFlossie Devine
- John HeardCharlie Bloom
- Carlos RiquelmeMarshal Amarante Cordova
- Daniel SternHerbie Platt
- Chick VenneraJoe Mondragon
- Christopher WalkenKyril Montana
- Freddy FenderMayor Sammy Cantu
Details
- Released
- 18 March 1988
- Country
- United States of America
- Written by
- John Nichols, David S. Ward
- Budget
- $22M
- Box office
- $14M
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What The Milagro Beanfield War is based on
The Milagro Beanfield War is based on The Milagro Beanfield War, a 1974 novel by John Nichols.
Novel · 1974
The Milagro Beanfield War
By John Nichols
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The Milagro Beanfield War: quick answers
Is The Milagro Beanfield War worth watching?
Our verdict is Popcorn Flick: Fun if you don’t overthink it. It scores 6.6/10 from 102 TMDB viewer ratings.
How long is The Milagro Beanfield War?
The Milagro Beanfield War runs 117 minutes (1h 57m).
Does The Milagro Beanfield War have a post-credits scene?
None is listed for The Milagro Beanfield War. Viewers tag these on TMDB, so a brand-new film may not be tagged yet.
The Milagro Beanfield War parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
The Milagro Beanfield War is rated R in India. Check the rating guidance before watching with young children.
Which OTT platform is The Milagro Beanfield War on?
The Milagro Beanfield War isn’t on a subscription OTT platform in India, but you can rent it online. (Checked 10 November 2026.)
What movies are like The Milagro Beanfield War?
If you liked The Milagro Beanfield War, try Jo Jo Dancer, Your Life Is Calling, 40 Acres, The Informant!.
Who directed The Milagro Beanfield War?
The Milagro Beanfield War (1988) was directed by Robert Redford and stars Rubén Blades, Richard Bradford, Sonia Braga.
What is The Milagro Beanfield War based on?
The Milagro Beanfield War is based on The Milagro Beanfield War, a 1974 novel by John Nichols.