The Horsemen
The Horsemen
Release: 1971-08-16·Runtime: 110m·★ 6.3
ActionAdventureDrama
In Afghanistan, the ruthless sport of buzkashi is a game of great pride. When Uraz breaks his leg and loses a spirited match, he brings shame to his village, especially his father. After losing his leg below the knee, Uraz, to regain his honor, must learn to ride again and win with a special, one-of-a-kind horse.
Production Countries
United States of AmericaAfghanistan
Production Companies
Columbia Pictures
John Frankenheimer Productions Inc.
Edward Lewis Productions
Afghanfilm
Cast
Salmaan Peerzadaas Salih
José Luis Chinchillaas Head Syce (uncredited)
Omar Sharifas Uraz
Jack Palanceas Tursen
Peter Jeffreyas Hayatal
Eric Pohlmannas Merchant in Kandahar
David de Keyseras Mukhi (uncredited)
Despo Diamantidouas Uljan (uncredited)
Tom Tryonas (uncredited)
Alan Webbas Gardi Gay (uncredited)
Vernon Dobtcheffas Zam Hajji
Ricardo Palaciosas Ghulam (uncredited)
Leigh Taylor-Youngas Zareh
Milton Reidas Aqqul (uncredited)
Leon Lissekas Chikana Proprietor
Carlos Casaravillaas Messenger (uncredited)
Jesús Tordesillasas Little Governor (uncredited)
Saeed Jaffreyas District Chief
Mark Colleanoas RahimCrew
" />Dalton TrumboScreenplay
" />Claude RenoirDirector of Photography
" />James Wong HoweCinematography
" />Georges DelerueOriginal Music Composer
" />Pierre-Louis ThévenetProduction Design
" />Joseph KesselNovel
" />John FrankenheimerDirector, Producer
" />Randell Dennis WidnerStunts
" />Chuck HaywardStunt Coordinator