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The Professionals (1966) | Criteria

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The Professionals

English • 1966 • 1h 57m

This film is not currently available on the Criterion Channel

Director

Adventure Action Western

Synopsis

An arrogant Texas millionaire hires four adventurers to rescue his kidnapped wife from a notorious Mexican bandit.

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Additions: January 2020
Position 50
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Starring Burt Lancaster
Position 14

Credits

Crew

DirectorRichard Brooks

WriterRichard Brooks

CinematographerConrad L. Hall

ComposerMaurice Jarre

EditorPeter Zinner

ProducerRichard Brooks

Cast

Burt Lancasteras Dolworth

Lee Marvinas Fardan

Robert Ryanas Ehrengard

as Jake

Jack Palanceas Jesus Raza

Claudia Cardinaleas Maria

Ralph Bellamyas Grant

Joe De Santisas Ortega

Rafael Bertrandas Fierro

Jorge Martínez de Hoyosas Padilla

Marie Gomezas Chiquita

José Chávezas Revolutionary

Carlos Romeroas Revolutionary

Vaughn Tayloras Banker

Elizabeth Campbellas Mexican Girl (uncredited)

Don Carlosas Bandit (uncredited)

Leigh Chapmanas Lady (uncredited)

Roberto Contrerasas Bandit (uncredited)

Dirk Evansas Man at Door (uncredited)

Darwin Lambas Hooper (uncredited)