Jubal
Seen it?1956 | 100 min | Western, Drama
Sunday Safe Betearly ratingWhy it’s a Sunday Safe Bet
Critics loved it (100% on Rotten Tomatoes), though it had soft box office. A safe bet when you want something reliable.
Based on critics, audiences, awards, box office and buzz. Details below.Is it for you?
- Who'll love it
- Made for anyone who loves a strong drama. If you loved Deadwood: The Movie or The Wild Bunch, start here.
- The mood
- Thoughtful and character-driven.
- The pace
- Takes its time with its characters, at 1 hr 40 min.
- What might put you off
- Made in 1956: an older pace and style.
Jubal Troop is a cowboy who is found in a weakened condition, without a horse. He is given shelter at Shep Horgan's large ranch, where he quickly makes an enemy in foreman Pinky, a cattleman who accuses Jubal of carrying the smell of sheep.
How it earned its rating
- CriticsVery strong
100% on Rotten Tomatoes
- AudiencesNot counted
Not measured yet: not enough ratings
- AwardsNot counted
No major awards or nominations
- Reach & staying powerBelow par
Streaming release that reached a small audience so far; still draws a steady audience long after release
- Buzz & cultural impactSolid
About 37K people sought it out in the past year
Trailer
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Cast & crew
Directed by Delmer Daves
- Glenn FordJubal Troop
- Ernest BorgnineShep Horgan
- Rod SteigerPinky
- Valerie FrenchMae Horgan
- Felicia FarrNaomi Hoktor
- Basil RuysdaelShem Hoktor
- Noah Beery Jr.Sam
- Charles BronsonReb
- John DierkesCarson - Horgan Rider
- Jack ElamMcCoy