
The Frisco Kid
This kosher cowboy hasn't got a prayer -- but plenty of laughs.
Rabbi Avram arrives in Philadelphia from Poland en route to San Francisco where he will be a congregation's new rabbi. An innocent and inexperienced traveller, he is tricked by con men to pay for the trip to go west, then they leave him and his belongings scattered along a deserted road. He is befriended by a stranger, Tommy, who is a bank robber and have many adventures during their journey.
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Movie Details
- Original Title: The Frisco Kid
- Genres: Adventure, Comedy, Western, Drama
- Release Date: 1979-07-06
- Runtime: 119 minutes
- Rating: 6.1/10 (156 votes)
- Budget: $9,200,000
- Revenue: $9,300,000
- Production Companies: Warner Bros. Pictures
- Status: Released
- Popularity: 1.1712
- Languages: English, Yiddish
Cast & Crew

Gene Wilder
as Avram

Harrison Ford
as Tommy

Ramon Bieri
as Mr. Jones

Val Bisoglio
as Chief Gray Cloud

George DiCenzo
as Darryl Diggs

Leo Fuchs
as Chief Rabbi

Penny Peyser
as Rosalie

William Smith
as Matt Diggs

Jack Somack
as Samuel Bender

Beege Barkette
as Sarah Mindl
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Trailers & Clips
The Frisco Kid (1979) Original Trailer [FHD]
The Frisco Kid - Original Theatrical Trailer
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is The Frisco Kid?▼
The Frisco Kid is a Adventure, Comedy, Western, Drama movie directed by . It was released on 1979-07-06.
Who are the main actors in The Frisco Kid?▼
The main cast includes Gene Wilder, Harrison Ford, Ramon Bieri, Val Bisoglio, George DiCenzo, .
Where can I watch The Frisco Kid online?▼
You can check official streaming platforms like Netflix, Amazon Prime, or Disney+ to see if The Frisco Kid is available.
Is The Frisco Kid based on a true story?▼
This kosher cowboy hasn't got a prayer -- but plenty of laughs.
What is the IMDb rating of The Frisco Kid?▼
The Frisco Kid has an IMDb rating of 6.1/10 based on 156 votes.
What is the budget and revenue of The Frisco Kid?▼
The movie had a production budget of $9,200,000 and earned $9,300,000 at the box office.
Who composed the soundtrack for The Frisco Kid?▼
The soundtrack was composed by Warner Bros. Pictures. You can listen to it on music streaming platforms.
Where was The Frisco Kid filmed?▼
The Frisco Kid was filmed in multiple locations worldwide. You can find official filming locations on IMDb.
How long is The Frisco Kid?▼
The total runtime of The Frisco Kid is 119 minutes.
Is The Frisco Kid suitable for kids?▼
The movie is rated Released. Please check parental guidelines before watching.
Will there be a sequel to The Frisco Kid?▼
There is no official announcement yet for a sequel to The Frisco Kid.
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