Posse (1975)

80% of critics liked it
(5 reviews)
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(303 ratings)

Kirk Douglas produced, directed, and starred in this cynical western concerning Howard Nightingale (Kirk Douglas) a United States marshal who uses the pursuit of an outlaw to further his political career. Nightingale organizes a posse to track down Jack Strawhorn (Bruce Dern), a notorious bank… More Kirk Douglas produced, directed, and starred in this cynical western concerning Howard Nightingale (Kirk Douglas) a United States marshal who uses the pursuit of an outlaw to further his political career. Nightingale organizes a posse to track down Jack Strawhorn (Bruce Dern), a notorious bank robber. But Strawhorn turns the tables on Nightingale, kidnapping him and holding him hostage. He then demands that the posse pay $40,000 for Nightingale's safe return. In order to raise the money to free Nightingale, the posse must become bank robbers themselves. Meanwhile, Nightingale tries to insinuate himself with Strawhorn and cut a deal for his freedom. ~ Paul Brenner, Rovi

Rating, Runtime: PG, 1 hr. 32 min.
Directed By: Kirk Douglas
Written By: William Roberts, Christopher Knopf
Genres: Western, Action & Adventure

In Theaters: Aug 22, 1975 Wide
On DVD: May 11, 2004

Critic Reviews

Chuck O'Leary, Fantastica Daily
A good little Western nicely directed by Douglas.
Steve Crum, Video-Reviewmaster.com
Passable oater directed by its star, Kirk Douglas.
Dennis Schwartz, Ozus' World Movie Reviews
This superior western is superbly scripted by Christopher Knopf from his story.
Matt Brunson, Creative Loafing
One of the many sturdy Westerns that emerged from 1970s Hollywood sporting a chip on its shoulder.