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