The Ballad of Cable Hogue

Double-crossed and left without water in the desert, Cable Hogue is saved when he finds a spring. It is in just the right spot for a much needed rest stop on the local stagecoach line, and Hogue uses this to his advantage. He builds a house and makes money off the stagecoach passengers. Hildy, a prostitute from the nearest town, moves in with him. Hogue has everything going his way until the advent of the automobile ends the era of the stagecoach.

Tagline

“Cable Hogue says … “Do unto others … as you would have others do unto you.””

Release Status

Released

Genres

Comedy, Western, Action

Director

Sam Peckinpah

Original Language

EN

What is The Ballad of Cable Hogue about?

Double-crossed and left without water in the desert, Cable Hogue is saved when he finds a spring. It is in just the right spot for a much needed rest stop on the local stagecoach line, and Hogue uses this to his advantage. He builds a house and makes money off the stagecoach passengers. Hildy, a prostitute from the nearest town, moves in with him. Hogue has everything going his way until the advent of the automobile ends the era of the stagecoach.

Who directed The Ballad of Cable Hogue?

The Ballad of Cable Hogue was directed by Sam Peckinpah.

When was The Ballad of Cable Hogue released?

The Ballad of Cable Hogue was released on March 18, 1970.

How long is The Ballad of Cable Hogue?

The Ballad of Cable Hogue has a runtime of 2h 1m.

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