
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: 6.9/10 (27 votes)
- Budget: $0
- Revenue: $804,963
- Production Companies: Moctesuma Esparza Productions, American Playhouse, Filmhaus
- Status: Released
- Popularity: 0.4373
- Languages: English, Spanish
Cast & Crew

Edward James Olmos
as Gregorio Cortez

James Gammon
as Sheriff Frank Fly

Tom Bower
as Boone Chate

Bruce McGill
as Reporter Blakely

Brion James
as Captain Rogers

Alan Vint
as Mike Trimmell

Timothy Scott
as Sheriff Morris

Pepe Serna
as Romaldo Cortez

Michael McGuire
as Sheriff Glover

William Sanderson
as Cowboy
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The Ballad of Gregorio Cortez (1982) Trailer
Edward James Olmos on THE BALLAD OF GREGORIO CORTEZ
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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 6.9/10 based on 27 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. 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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