Shoot the Sun Down
1978, English. Directed by David Leeds.
In 1836 the American West was a burning desert awash with bushwackers, scalphunters and adventurers in search of forgotten gold . . .
Couple of strangers arrive in a small town, each one after a different thing.
- Runtime
- 1h 40m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
- Rated
- PG
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Cast & crew
- David LeedsDirector
- Margot KidderThe Woman from England
- Christopher WalkenMr. Rainbow
- Bo BrundinThe Captain
- Jorge Cervera Jr.Lieutenant
- Geoffrey LewisScalphunter
- A MartinezSunbearer
- Michael EilandShipping Agent
- Don HannBarber
- Sacheen LittlefeatherNavajo Woman
- Ben ZellerAssayer
- Luis RamirezBlacksmith
- Dickson NewberryGambler
Details
- Released
- 8 May 1978
- Country
- United States of America
- Written by
- Richard Rothstein, David Leeds
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How long is Shoot the Sun Down?
Shoot the Sun Down runs 100 minutes (1h 40m).
Does Shoot the Sun Down have a post-credits scene?
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Shoot the Sun Down parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
Shoot the Sun Down is rated PG in India. That rating means it is generally fine for children.
Which OTT platform is Shoot the Sun Down on?
Shoot the Sun Down isn’t on a subscription OTT platform in India, but you can watch it free online. (Checked 10 November 2026.)
What movies are like Shoot the Sun Down?
If you liked Shoot the Sun Down, try Boss Nigger, North to Alaska, Flaming Star.
Who directed Shoot the Sun Down?
Shoot the Sun Down (1978) was directed by David Leeds and stars Margot Kidder, Christopher Walken, Bo Brundin.