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Still from Little Big Man — Little Big Man (1970) — Arthur PennPhotographed by Harry Stradling Jr.

Poster for Little Big Man

Arthur Penn

Little Big Man

English / 1970 / 2h 19m

Not streamingNot currently on the Criterion Channel.

Drama Comedy Adventure Western

Letterboxd: 3.69/5·23.9K ratings·3.1K reviewson Letterboxd
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Synopsis

Jack Crabb, looking back from extreme old age, tells of his life being raised by Indians and fighting with General Custer.

Included in
Snow Westerns
Position 8
Included in
December 2022
Position 32

Credits

Crew

DirectorArthur Penn

WriterCalder Willingham

CinematographerHarry Stradling Jr.

Composer

John Paul Hammond

EditorDede Allen

ProducerStuart Millar

Cast

Dustin Hoffmanas Jack Crabb

Faye Dunawayas Mrs. Louise Pendrake

Chief Dan Georgeas Old Lodge Skins

Martin Balsamas Mr. Merriweather

Richard Mulliganas Gen. George Armstrong Custer

Jeff Coreyas Wild Bill Hickok

Aimée Ecclesas Sunshine

Kelly Jean Petersas Olga

William Hickeyas Historian

Alan Oppenheimeras Major

Lou Cutellas Deacon

M. Emmet Walshas Shotgun Guard

James Andersonas Sergeant

Jesse Vintas Lieutenant (as Jess Vint)

Thayer Davidas Rev. Silas Pendrake

Philip Kenneallyas Mr. Kane - Drugstore Proprietor

Jack Bannonas Captain

Ray Dimasas Young Jack Crabb

Alan Howardas Adolescent Jack Crabb

Jack Mullaneyas Card Player with Full House

Little Big Man (1970) | Criteria