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Butch and Sundance: The Early Days (1979)

"Before the fame when fun was the name of the game."

5.019791h 51mEN
WesternComedy

Directed by Richard Lester

Rating

5.0/10

Runtime

1h 51m

Language

EN

Release

June 15, 1979

Director

Richard Lester

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Overview

Before the adventures that made them legends, they were charming mastermind Robert Leroy Parker, alias Butch Cassidy, and crack-shot outlaw Harry Alonzo Longabaugh, soon to be known as The Sundance Kid. This is the 'prequel' of how they met, their first clumsy robberies, the heroic dangers that abou...

Cast

William Katt

William Katt

Sundance Kid

Tom Berenger

Tom Berenger

Butch Cassidy

Jeff Corey

Jeff Corey

Ray Bledsoe

John Schuck

John Schuck

Harvey Logan

Michael C. Gwynne

Michael C. Gwynne

Mike Cassidy

Peter Weller

Peter Weller

Joe Le Fors

Brian Dennehy

Brian Dennehy

O.C. Hanks

Christopher Lloyd

Christopher Lloyd

Bill Carver

Jill Eikenberry

Jill Eikenberry

Mary

Joel Fluellen

Joel Fluellen

Jack the Bartender

Regina Baff

Regina Baff

Ruby

Peter Brocco

Peter Brocco

Old Robber

Introduction

In this latest movie review, we dive deep into Butch and Sundance: The Early Days (1979), exploring its intricate plot and standout performances that have everyone talking.

Before the adventures that made them legends, they were charming mastermind Robert Leroy Parker, alias Butch Cassidy, and crack-shot outlaw Harry Alonzo Longabaugh, soon to be known as The Sundance Kid. This is the 'prequel' of how they met, their first clumsy robberies, the heroic dangers that abound them together, the secret that nearly tore them apart, and the impossible train heist that made them notorious for life. Saddle up and ride with the showdowns, shootouts, bad guys and good times in the days before the fame when fun was the name of the game.

🛑 Story ExplainedSpoiler Warning

Our story explained section breaks down the complex narrative of Butch and Sundance: The Early Days. The full story follows a progression that challenges typical tropes, leading to a climax that requires careful analysis.

🏆 Final Verdict

5 / 5 Stars

A triumphant piece of cinema that blends gripping narrative with breathtaking visuals.

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