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Still from The Professionals — The Professionals (1966) — Richard BrooksPhotographed by Conrad L. Hall

Poster for The Professionals

Richard Brooks

The Professionals

English / 1966 / 1h 57m

Not streamingNot currently on the Criterion Channel.

Adventure Action Western

Letterboxd: 3.69/5·13.9K ratings·2.6K reviewson Letterboxd
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Synopsis

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

Included in
Additions: January 2020
Position 50
Included in
Starring Burt Lancaster
Position 14

Credits

Crew

DirectorRichard Brooks

WriterRichard Brooks

CinematographerConrad L. Hall

Composer

EditorPeter Zinner

ProducerRichard Brooks

Cast

Burt Lancasteras Dolworth

Lee Marvinas Fardan

Robert Ryanas Ehrengard

Woody Strodeas 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)

The Professionals (1966) | Criteria