When the Legends Die (1972): cast, story & where to watch
1972 · Film · ★ 4.9
Released in 1972, When the Legends Die is a drama and western film directed by Stuart Miller, running about 107 minutes. “You can beat Tom Black Bull. Betray him. Try to tame him. But watch out.” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. An elderly rodeo rider becomes mentor to a young man attempting to make his own name in the business.
Who’s in it. When the Legends Die stars Richard Widmark as Red Dillon, Frederic Forrest as Tom Black Bull, Luana Anders as Mary and Vito Scotti as Meo, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 4.9/10, When the Legends Die has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch When the Legends Die page.
If you liked it. Fans of When the Legends Die tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch When the Legends Die (1972)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for When the Legends Die change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is When the Legends Die worth watching?
- When the Legends Die holds an audience score of 4.9 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama and western. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in When the Legends Die?
- When the Legends Die stars Richard Widmark, Frederic Forrest, Luana Anders, Vito Scotti and Herbert Nelson.
- When was When the Legends Die released?
- When the Legends Die was released in 1972, with a runtime of about 107 minutes.