The Electric Horseman (1979): cast, story & where to watch
1979 · Film · ★ 6.2
Released in 1979, The Electric Horseman is a comedy, drama, romance and western film directed by Sydney Pollack, running about 122 minutes. “Tell me Norman… did you think it was going to be this tough to get rid of a pain in the a* like me? Ma'am, I had no idea.” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. A former champion rodeo rider is reduced to using his saddle skills to promote a breakfast cereal in a gaudy Las Vegas show. When he's asked to perform with a $12 million horse that he discovers is being doped to remain docile, he flees into the desert astride the beast in an act of defiance. A story-hungry female reporter gives chase.
Who’s in it. The Electric Horseman stars Robert Redford as Sonny, Jane Fonda as Hallie, Valerie Perrine as Charlotta and Willie Nelson as Wendell, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.2/10, The Electric Horseman has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response. It went on to earn $61.8M at the box office.
Where to watch. In AU you can stream it on Foxtel Now. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Electric Horseman page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Electric Horseman tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Electric Horseman (1979)?
- In AU, The Electric Horseman is available to stream on Foxtel Now. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
- Is The Electric Horseman worth watching?
- The Electric Horseman holds an audience score of 6.2 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy, drama, romance and western. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Electric Horseman?
- The Electric Horseman stars Robert Redford, Jane Fonda, Valerie Perrine, Willie Nelson and John Saxon.
- When was The Electric Horseman released?
- The Electric Horseman was released in 1979, with a runtime of about 122 minutes.