Fighting Mad (1976): cast, story & where to watch
1976 · Film · ★ 5.2
Released in 1976, Fighting Mad is an action and drama film directed by Jonathan Demme, running about 90 minutes. “When You Push Too Far, Even A Peaceful Man Gets Fighting Mad.” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. An evil corporation tries to pressure a bunch of Arkansas farmers and ranchers to sell their land so they can strip-mine it for coal. The fiercely proud and stubborn Hunter family refuse to give in. This leads to a bitter conflict that results in several casualties. Eventually the take-charge no-nonsense Tom Hunter exacts a harsh revenge on the villains with the help of his bow and arrow.
Who’s in it. Fighting Mad stars Peter Fonda as Tom Hunter, Gino Franco as Dylan Hunter, Harry Northup as Sherrif Len Skerritt and Philip Carey as Pierce Crabtree, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.2/10, Fighting Mad has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Fighting Mad page.
If you liked it. Fans of Fighting Mad 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 Fighting Mad (1976)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Fighting Mad change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Fighting Mad worth watching?
- Fighting Mad holds an audience score of 5.2 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy action and drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Fighting Mad?
- Fighting Mad stars Peter Fonda, Gino Franco, Harry Northup, Philip Carey and Scott Glenn.
- When was Fighting Mad released?
- Fighting Mad was released in 1976, with a runtime of about 90 minutes.