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The Horsemen

1971, English. Directed by John Frankenheimer.

A Horse Worth Killing For. A Dream Worth Dying For.

In Afghanistan, the ruthless sport of buzkashi is a game of great pride. When Uraz breaks his leg and loses a spirited match, he brings shame to his village, especially his father. After losing his leg below the knee, Uraz, to regain his honor, must learn to ride again and win with a special, one-of-a-kind horse.

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Runtime
1h 50m
Post-credits
None listed
Language
English
Rated
PG

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Released
16 August 1971
Country
United States of America
Written by
Dalton Trumbo
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What The Horsemen is based on

The Horsemen is based on The Horsemen (1967) by Joseph Kessel.

  • 1967

    The Horsemen

    By Joseph Kessel

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The Horsemen runs 110 minutes (1h 50m).

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The Horsemen is rated PG in India. That rating means it is generally fine for children.

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The Horsemen isn’t streaming on any OTT platform in India yet; it released on 16 August 1971. (Checked 10 November 2026.)

What movies are like The Horsemen?

If you liked The Horsemen, try Crouching Tiger, Hidden Dragon: Sword of Destiny, Rob Roy, Surviving the Game.

Who directed The Horsemen?

The Horsemen (1971) was directed by John Frankenheimer and stars Omar Sharif, Leigh Taylor-Young, Jack Palance.

What is The Horsemen based on?

The Horsemen is based on The Horsemen (1967) by Joseph Kessel.

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