They Shoot Horses, Don't They? (1969): cast, story & where to watch
1969 · Film · ★ 7.7
Released in 1969, They Shoot Horses, Don't They? is a drama film directed by Sydney Pollack, running about 120 minutes. “People are the ultimate spectacle.” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. In the midst of the Great Depression, manipulative emcee Rocky enlists contestants for a dance marathon offering a $1,500 cash prize. Among them are a failed actress, a middle-aged sailor, a delusional blonde and a pregnant girl.
Who’s in it. They Shoot Horses, Don't They? stars Jane Fonda as Gloria Beatty, Michael Sarrazin as Robert Syverton, Susannah York as Alice LeBlanc and Gig Young as Rocky Gravo, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 7.7/10, They Shoot Horses, Don't They? has been warmly received by audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch They Shoot Horses, Don't They? page.
If you liked it. Fans of They Shoot Horses, Don't They? tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch They Shoot Horses, Don't They? (1969)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for They Shoot Horses, Don't They? change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is They Shoot Horses, Don't They? worth watching?
- They Shoot Horses, Don't They? holds an audience score of 7.7 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in They Shoot Horses, Don't They??
- They Shoot Horses, Don't They? stars Jane Fonda, Michael Sarrazin, Susannah York, Gig Young and Red Buttons.
- When was They Shoot Horses, Don't They? released?
- They Shoot Horses, Don't They? was released in 1969, with a runtime of about 120 minutes.