Take a Hard Ride (1975): cast, story & where to watch

1975 · Film · ★ 5.3

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Released in 1975, Take a Hard Ride is an action and western film directed by Antonio Margheriti, running about 103 minutes. “It Rides With The Great Westerns” — that tagline sets the tone.

What it’s about. After his cattle rancher boss dies, right-hand man Pike is given the job of returning $86,000 to some families who live across the border in Senora, Mexico. Honest Pike is joined on the trip through the wilderness by a dishonest gambler named Tyree.

Who’s in it. Take a Hard Ride stars Lee Van Cleef as Kiefer, Fred Williamson as Tyree, Catherine Spaak as Catherine and Jim Brown as Pike, among others.

How it landed. With an audience score of 5.3/10, Take a Hard Ride has proved divisive with audiences.

Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Take a Hard Ride page.

If you liked it. Fans of Take a Hard Ride tend to enjoy The Dark Knight, The Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King, Inception and The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring.

Frequently asked

Where can I watch Take a Hard Ride (1975)?
Streaming, rental and purchase options for Take a Hard Ride change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
Is Take a Hard Ride worth watching?
Take a Hard Ride holds an audience score of 5.3 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy action and western. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
Who stars in Take a Hard Ride?
Take a Hard Ride stars Lee Van Cleef, Fred Williamson, Catherine Spaak, Jim Brown and Jim Kelly.
When was Take a Hard Ride released?
Take a Hard Ride was released in 1975, with a runtime of about 103 minutes.