The Villain (1979): cast, story & where to watch
1979 · Film · ★ 5.8
Released in 1979, The Villain is a comedy and western film directed by Hal Needham, running about 89 minutes. “...the fastest fun in the west!” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. Handsome Stranger has agreed to escort Charming Jones to collect her inheritance from her father. But Avery Simpson wants the money and hires notorious outlaw Cactus Jack to ambush Charming. However, Cactus Jack is not very good at robbing people.
Who’s in it. The Villain stars Kirk Douglas as Cactus Jack, Ann-Margret as Charming Jones, Arnold Schwarzenegger as Handsome Stranger and Paul Lynde as Nervous Elk, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.8/10, The Villain has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Villain page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Villain tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Villain (1979)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Villain change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Villain worth watching?
- The Villain holds an audience score of 5.8 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy and western. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Villain?
- The Villain stars Kirk Douglas, Ann-Margret, Arnold Schwarzenegger, Paul Lynde and Foster Brooks.
- When was The Villain released?
- The Villain was released in 1979, with a runtime of about 89 minutes.