When the Legends Die
1972, English. Directed by Stuart Millar.
You can beat Tom Black Bull. Betray him. Try to tame him. But watch out.
An elderly rodeo rider becomes mentor to a young man attempting to make his own name in the business.
- Runtime
- 1h 47m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
- Rated
- PG
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Cast & crew
- Stuart MillarDirector
- Richard WidmarkRed Dillon
- Frederic ForrestTom Black Bull
- Luana AndersMary
- Vito ScottiMeo
- Herbert NelsonDr. Wilson
- John War EagleBlue Elk
- John GruberClyde 'Tex' Walker
- Garry WalbergSchool Superintendant
- Jack MullaneyGas Station Attendant
- Malcolm CurleyBenny Grayback (school principal)
- Roy EngelSam Turner
- Rex HolmanNeil Swenson
Details
- Released
- 19 October 1972
- Country
- United States of America
- Written by
- Robert Dozier
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What When the Legends Die is based on
When the Legends Die is based on When the Legends Die, a novel by Hal Borland, published by J. B. Lippincott & Co..
Novel
When the Legends Die
By Hal Borland
Published by J. B. Lippincott & Co.
Source details from Wikidata and TMDB.
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When the Legends Die: quick answers
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How long is When the Legends Die?
When the Legends Die runs 107 minutes (1h 47m).
Does When the Legends Die have a post-credits scene?
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When the Legends Die parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
When the Legends Die is rated PG in India. That rating means it is generally fine for children.
Which OTT platform is When the Legends Die on?
When the Legends Die isn’t streaming on any OTT platform in India yet; it released on 19 October 1972. (Checked 9 November 2026.)
What movies are like When the Legends Die?
If you liked When the Legends Die, try Hud, The Cowboys, News of the World.
Who directed When the Legends Die?
When the Legends Die (1972) was directed by Stuart Millar and stars Richard Widmark, Frederic Forrest, Luana Anders.
What is When the Legends Die based on?
When the Legends Die is based on When the Legends Die, a novel by Hal Borland, published by J. B. Lippincott & Co..