Death Hunt (1981)

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Set in the '30s, Mountie Millen (Lee Marvin) is assigned to track down accused murderer Johnson (Charles Bronson), who has escaped in the high passes of the Canadian Rockies. Johnson, a trapper, has extensive knowledge of wilderness living, but Millen has the resources of the Canadian police at his… More Set in the '30s, Mountie Millen (Lee Marvin) is assigned to track down accused murderer Johnson (Charles Bronson), who has escaped in the high passes of the Canadian Rockies. Johnson, a trapper, has extensive knowledge of wilderness living, but Millen has the resources of the Canadian police at his beck and call. ~ John Bush, Rovi

Rating, Runtime: R, 1 hr. 36 min.
Directed By: Peter R. Hunt
Genres: Drama, Action & Adventure

In Theaters: Jan 1, 1981 Wide
On DVD: Jan 25, 2005

Critic Reviews

Vincent Canby, New York Times
Nothing in Death Hunt makes a great deal of sense, though the scenery is rugged and the snowscapes beautiful.
Jeffrey M. Anderson, Combustible Celluloid
A highly enjoyable actioner with no frills.
, TV Guide's Movie Guide
A few moments of good, visual storytelling aren't enough to save this frustrating film.

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Patrick D

Bronson against a mob of men. I feel like this is recurring theme in his films. This film in particular has then going after him, still not too different. This is a good movie though. Lee Marvin and his gang of local toughs and deputies and well fleshed out. What's cool also… More
Bronson against a mob of men. I feel like this is recurring theme in his films. This film in particular has then going after him, still not too different. This is a good movie though. Lee Marvin and his gang of local toughs and deputies and well fleshed out. What's cool also about this film is that it's sort of in two parts. One where Bronson is protecting himself in his house, and the last part where he is running away from the group after him. It's a solid action, with some great moments.
Christopher B

Great face off film that I'm seeing on TV more and more nowadays. Awesome!