The Last Escape of Billy the Kid(1972)
The Last Escape of Billy the Kid Synopsis
In the modern day, a young traveler stops at a remote New Mexico gas station and strikes up a conversation with an older local man. The old man begins to recount the gritty, historical legend of Billy the Kid (Steve Railsback) and his final, deadly showdown with Sheriff Pat Garrett (Jack Elam). As the elder speaks, the film shifts entirely into a flashback, dramatizing the outlaw's infamous final escape from the Lincoln County Courthouse.
The Last Escape of Billy the Kid (1972) is a western and drama film directed by Larry G. Spangler, released on January 1, 1972 with a runtime of 1h 28m. It stars Jack Elam, Steve Railsback, Jack Ryland and Bernie Massa.
- Director:
- Larry G. Spangler
- Writers:
- Rea Redifer
- Producers:
- James McManus
- Status:
- Released
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The Last Escape of Billy the Kid Cast & Crew
Main cast
Jack Elam
as Pat Garrett
Steve Railsback
as Billy the Kid
- Jack Ryland
Jack Ryland
- Bernie Massa
Bernie Massa
- Jim Lynch
Jim Lynch
- Fermín Chávez
Fermín Chávez
- Richard Wright
Richard Wright
- Len Courtney
Len Courtney
- Owen Eachus
Owen Eachus
- Lew Pell
Lew Pell
- Luther Sowers
Luther Sowers
- Mari Gorman
Mari Gorman
Key crew
Directed by Larry G. Spangler, written by Rea Redifer, produced by James McManus.
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The main cast of The Last Escape of Billy the Kid (1972) includes Jack Elam, Steve Railsback, Jack Ryland, Bernie Massa and Jim Lynch. The film was directed by Larry G. Spangler. You can see the full cast and crew list, with character names, further up this page.
When was The Last Escape of Billy the Kid released?
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The Last Escape of Billy the Kid was released on January 1, 1972 and runs for 1h 28m.
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