About the Film
When his cattlemen abandon him for the gold fields, rancher Wil Andersen is forced to take on a collection of young boys as his cowboys in order to get his herd to market in time to avoid financial disaster. The boys learn to do a man's job under Andersen's tutelage, however, neither he nor the boys know that a gang of cattle thieves is stalking them.
✨ The Watchlist Wizard Verdict
The Vibe: The Cowboys is a captivating and well-crafted western and adventure and drama movie from 1972. Directed by Mark Rydell, and starring John Wayne, Roscoe Lee Browne, Bruce Dern When his cattlemen abandon him for the gold fields, rancher Wil Andersen is forced to take on a collection of young boys as his cowboys in order to get his herd to market in time to avoid financial disaster.
Fan Reception: Boasting a solid score of 7.1/10, The Cowboys delivers a polished experience that stands out in the crowded Western landscape.
Who Should Watch It: Highly recommended for general audiences and genre enthusiasts. If you enjoy movies that blends western with adventure elements, The Cowboys deserves a spot on your watchlist.
Where to Watch
Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube, Fandango At Home
Production Specs
Top Billed Cast
Actors Also In
John Wayne
Notable Career Works
1959
1939
1991
1948
Roscoe Lee Browne
Notable Career Works
1969
1976
1976
1986
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