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
José Luis Chinchillaas Head Syce (uncredited)
David de Keyseras Mukhi (uncredited)
Eric Pohlmannas Merchant in Kandahar
Carlos Casaravillaas Messenger (uncredited)
Peter Jeffreyas Hayatal
Salmaan Peerzadaas Salih
Leon Lissekas Chikana Proprietor
Omar Sharifas Uraz
John Ruddockas Scribe
Mark Colleanoas Rahim
Ricardo Palaciosas Ghulam (uncredited)
Jesús Tordesillasas Little Governor (uncredited)
Saeed Jaffreyas District Chief
Leigh Taylor-Youngas Zareh
Vernon Dobtcheffas Zam Hajji
Alan Webbas Gardi Gay (uncredited)
Jack Palanceas Tursen
Despo Diamantidouas Uljan (uncredited)
Milton Reidas Aqqul (uncredited)
Tom Tryonas (uncredited)Crew
" />Joseph KesselNovel
" />Georges DelerueOriginal Music Composer
" />Pierre-Louis ThévenetProduction Design
" />John FrankenheimerDirector, Producer
" />Dalton TrumboScreenplay
" />Chuck HaywardStunt Coordinator
" />Randell Dennis WidnerStunts
" />James Wong HoweCinematography
" />Claude RenoirDirector of Photography
" />Gil ParrondoArt Direction