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The Ballad of Gregorio Cortez

The Ballad of Gregorio Cortez

The true story of one man who made a difference.

Forced to run from Texas Rangers after a heated misunderstanding leads to the death of a lawman, Mexican American farmer Gregorio Cortez sets off in desperate flight, evading a massive manhunt on horseback for days.

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Movie Details

  • Original Title: The Ballad of Gregorio Cortez
  • Genres: Western, History
  • Release Date: 1983-08-19
  • Runtime: 106 minutes
  • Rating: 6.88/10 (25 votes)
  • Budget: $0
  • Revenue: $804,963
  • Production Companies: Moctesuma Esparza Productions, American Playhouse, Filmhaus, Embassy Pictures
  • Status: Released
  • Popularity: 3.0916
  • Languages: English, Spanish

Cast & Crew

Edward James Olmos

Edward James Olmos

as Gregorio Cortez

James Gammon

James Gammon

as Sheriff Frank Fly

Tom Bower

Tom Bower

as Boone Chate

Bruce McGill

Bruce McGill

as Reporter Blakely

Brion James

Brion James

as Captain Rogers

Alan Vint

Alan Vint

as Mike Trimmell

Timothy Scott

Timothy Scott

as Sheriff Morris

Pepe Serna

Pepe Serna

as Romaldo Cortez

Michael McGuire

Michael McGuire

as Sheriff Glover

William Sanderson

William Sanderson

as Cowboy

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Trailers & Clips

The Ballad of Gregorio Cortez (1982) Trailer

Edward James Olmos on THE BALLAD OF GREGORIO CORTEZ

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Keywords

sheriffbased on novel or booktexastexas rangerself-defensesubjectivityfolk herobased on true storyfugitivepossemexican americanmultiple perspectiveshanging possemexican american borderhorse thiefmexican legendlatin american historyhero on horsebackmexican folklorepreserved film

Frequently Asked Questions

What is The Ballad of Gregorio Cortez?

The Ballad of Gregorio Cortez is a Western, History movie directed by . It was released on 1983-08-19.

Who are the main actors in The Ballad of Gregorio Cortez?

The main cast includes Edward James Olmos, James Gammon, Tom Bower, Bruce McGill, Brion James, .

Where can I watch The Ballad of Gregorio Cortez online?

You can check official streaming platforms like Netflix, Amazon Prime, or Disney+ to see if The Ballad of Gregorio Cortez is available.

Is The Ballad of Gregorio Cortez based on a true story?

The true story of one man who made a difference.

What is the IMDb rating of The Ballad of Gregorio Cortez?

The Ballad of Gregorio Cortez has an IMDb rating of 6.88/10 based on 25 votes.

What is the budget and revenue of The Ballad of Gregorio Cortez?

The movie had a production budget of $0 and earned $804,963 at the box office.

Who composed the soundtrack for The Ballad of Gregorio Cortez?

The soundtrack was composed by Moctesuma Esparza Productions, American Playhouse, Filmhaus, Embassy Pictures. You can listen to it on music streaming platforms.

Where was The Ballad of Gregorio Cortez filmed?

The Ballad of Gregorio Cortez was filmed in multiple locations worldwide. You can find official filming locations on IMDb.

How long is The Ballad of Gregorio Cortez?

The total runtime of The Ballad of Gregorio Cortez is 106 minutes.

Is The Ballad of Gregorio Cortez suitable for kids?

The movie is rated Released. Please check parental guidelines before watching.

Will there be a sequel to The Ballad of Gregorio Cortez?

There is no official announcement yet for a sequel to The Ballad of Gregorio Cortez.

Does The Ballad of Gregorio Cortez have a post-credit scene?

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