7 Men from Now
7 Men from Now

7 Men from Now

1956Movie78 minEnglish

A former sheriff relentlessly pursuing the 7 men who murdered his wife in Arizona crosses paths with a couple heading to California.

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IMDb7.0/10
Rotten Tomatoes85%
Director: Budd BoetticherGenres: Western, Action, Crime

Plot Summary

A lone prospector, a former sheriff named Scott, sets out on a quest to recover his wife's stolen jewels. Believing the stolen loot was taken by a gang of seven men, he tracks them across the rugged landscape. Along his journey, he encounters a variety of characters, including a mysterious woman and her husband, who may have their own hidden agendas related to the stolen treasure. Scott must navigate betrayals and dangers to reclaim what was taken from him.

Critical Reception

7 Men from Now was generally well-received by critics for its lean storytelling, atmospheric direction, and Randolph Scott's stoic performance. It is considered a solid entry in the Western genre, praised for its efficient pacing and gritty realism, a hallmark of director Budd Boetticher's work. Audiences also appreciated its straightforward revenge narrative and effective action sequences.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its minimalist yet effective storytelling.
  • Randolph Scott delivers a compelling performance as a determined hero.
  • Budd Boetticher's direction provides a stark and atmospheric Western experience.

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Fun Fact

This film marked the beginning of a highly successful and critically acclaimed collaboration between director Budd Boetticher and star Randolph Scott, often referred to as the 'Ranown Cycle' or 'Poetic Westerns'.

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CinemaSerf

CinemaSerf

“Stride” (Randolph Scott) is a man conflicted. His own failings had led to his wife having to work in the Wells Fargo office and that’s where she was killed when it was relieved of $20,000 in gold. Now this former sheriff has to wrestle wit...
John Chard

John Chard

Another expertly crafted Western from Boetticher and Scott. Seven Men from Now is directed by Budd Boetticher and produced by John Wayne's Batjac Productions. Written by Burt Kennedy it stars Randolph Scott, Gail Russell & Lee Marvin. Mu...