Cockfighter
1974, English. Directed by Monte Hellman.
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A man who trains fighting cocks vows to remain silent until one of his birds wins a championship.
- Runtime
- 1h 23m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
- Rated
- R
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Popcorn Flick
Fun if you don’t overthink it.
6.1/10 from 64 TMDB viewer ratings.
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Where to watch Cockfighter
Cockfighter is streaming on Amazon Prime Video, MGM+, and Philo in India.
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Availability in India as of 9 November 2026. Streaming data by JustWatch.
Cast & crew
- Monte HellmanDirector
- Warren OatesFrank Mansfield
- Richard B. ShullOmar Baradansky
- Harry Dean StantonJack Burke
- Ed Begley Jr.Tom Peeples
- Laurie BirdDody White Burke
- Troy DonahueRandall Mansfield
- Warren FinnertySanders
- Robert Earl JonesBuford
- Patricia PearcyMary Elizabeth
- Millie PerkinsFrances Mansfield
- Steve RailsbackJunior
- Tom SpratleyMister Peeples
Details
- Released
- 1 August 1974
- Country
- United States of America
- Written by
- Charles Willeford
- Budget
- $400K
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Cockfighter: quick answers
Is Cockfighter worth watching?
Our verdict is Popcorn Flick: Fun if you don’t overthink it. It scores 6.1/10 from 64 TMDB viewer ratings.
How long is Cockfighter?
Cockfighter runs 83 minutes (1h 23m).
Does Cockfighter have a post-credits scene?
None is listed for Cockfighter. Viewers tag these on TMDB, so a brand-new film may not be tagged yet.
Cockfighter parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
Cockfighter is rated R in India. Check the rating guidance before watching with young children.
Which OTT platform is Cockfighter on?
Cockfighter is streaming on Amazon Prime Video, MGM+, and Philo in India. (Checked 9 November 2026.)
What movies are like Cockfighter?
If you liked Cockfighter, try Scarecrow, Look Back in Anger, Save the Tiger.
Who directed Cockfighter?
Cockfighter (1974) was directed by Monte Hellman and stars Warren Oates, Richard B. Shull, Harry Dean Stanton.