Hard Ground (2003): cast, story & where to watch
2003 · Film · ★ 4.1

Released in 2003, Hard Ground is a western film directed by Frank Q. Dobbs, running about 88 minutes. “Justice beyond the badge” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. Billy Bucklin escapes while being transported to Yuma prison and plans to form an army of desperadoes to control the Mexican border...
Who’s in it. Hard Ground stars Burt Reynolds as John 'Chill' McKay, Bruce Dern as Sheriff Hutch Hutchinson, Amy Jo Johnson as Elizabeth Kennedy and Seth Peterson as Joshua, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 4.1/10, Hard Ground has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Hard Ground page.
If you liked it. Fans of Hard Ground tend to enjoy The Good, the Bad and the Ugly, Django Unchained, Once Upon a Time in the West and For a Few Dollars More.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Hard Ground (2003)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Hard Ground change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Hard Ground worth watching?
- Hard Ground holds an audience score of 4.1 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy western. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Hard Ground?
- Hard Ground stars Burt Reynolds, Bruce Dern, Amy Jo Johnson, Seth Peterson and David Figlioli.
- When was Hard Ground released?
- Hard Ground was released in 2003, with a runtime of about 88 minutes.
