The Life and Times of Judge Roy Bean
1972, English. Directed by John Huston.
If this story ain't true... it shoulda been!
Outlaw and self-appointed lawmaker Judge Roy Bean rules over an empty stretch of the West that gradually grows, under his iron fist, into a thriving town, while dispensing his his own quirky brand of frontier justice upon strangers passing by.
- Runtime
- 2h 0m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
- Rated
- PG
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Popcorn Flick
Fun if you don’t overthink it.
6.5/10 from 189 TMDB viewer ratings.
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Where to watch The Life and Times of Judge Roy Bean
The Life and Times of Judge Roy Bean is streaming on YouTube TV in India.
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Cast & crew
- John HustonDirector
- Paul NewmanJudge Roy Bean
- Victoria PrincipalMaria Elena
- Ned BeattyTector Crites
- Matt ClarkNick the Grub
- Roddy McDowallFrank Gass
- Jacqueline BissetRose Bean
- Bill McKinneyFermel Parlee
- Anthony PerkinsReverend LaSalle
- Tab HunterSam Dodd
- Stacy KeachBad Bob
- Steve KanalyWhorehouse Lucky Jim
- John HustonGrizzly Adams
Details
- Released
- 1 December 1972
- Country
- United States of America
- Written by
- John Milius
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The Life and Times of Judge Roy Bean: quick answers
Is The Life and Times of Judge Roy Bean worth watching?
Our verdict is Popcorn Flick: Fun if you don’t overthink it. It scores 6.5/10 from 189 TMDB viewer ratings.
How long is The Life and Times of Judge Roy Bean?
The Life and Times of Judge Roy Bean runs 120 minutes (2h 0m).
Does The Life and Times of Judge Roy Bean have a post-credits scene?
None is listed for The Life and Times of Judge Roy Bean. Viewers tag these on TMDB, so a brand-new film may not be tagged yet.
The Life and Times of Judge Roy Bean parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
The Life and Times of Judge Roy Bean is rated PG in India. That rating means it is generally fine for children.
Which OTT platform is The Life and Times of Judge Roy Bean on?
The Life and Times of Judge Roy Bean is streaming on YouTube TV in India. (Checked 13 November 2026.)
What movies are like The Life and Times of Judge Roy Bean?
If you liked The Life and Times of Judge Roy Bean, try The Cheyenne Social Club, McLintock!, Paint Your Wagon.
Who directed The Life and Times of Judge Roy Bean?
The Life and Times of Judge Roy Bean (1972) was directed by John Huston and stars Paul Newman, Victoria Principal, Ned Beatty.