For a Few Extra Dollars (1966): cast, story & where to watch
1966 · Film · ★ 5.8
Released in 1966, For a Few Extra Dollars is a war and western film directed by Giorgio Ferroni, running about 105 minutes. “He had to be fast with a gun to stay alive !” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. Near the end of the Civil War, an imprisoned Confederate raider is sent under guard to warn both his men and the Army at Fort Yuma that an impending rebel raid is really nothing but a ruse by scoundrels from both sides, in cahoots to take the fort's gold for themselves during the chaos. Soon he slips his treacherous escort and attempts to complete the mission himself.
Who’s in it. For a Few Extra Dollars stars Giuliano Gemma as Gary Diamond, Dan Vadis as Riggs, Sophie Daumier as Connie Breastfull and Jacques Sernas as Maj. Sanders, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.8/10, For a Few Extra Dollars has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.
Where to watch. In US you can stream it on Philo, Starz Apple TV Channel, Starz Roku Premium Channel and YouTube TV. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch For a Few Extra Dollars page.
If you liked it. Fans of For a Few Extra Dollars tend to enjoy Schindler's List, Grave of the Fireflies, The Pianist and Apocalypse Now.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch For a Few Extra Dollars (1966)?
- In US, For a Few Extra Dollars is available to stream on Philo, Starz Apple TV Channel and Starz Roku Premium Channel. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
- Is For a Few Extra Dollars worth watching?
- For a Few Extra Dollars holds an audience score of 5.8 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy war and western. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in For a Few Extra Dollars?
- For a Few Extra Dollars stars Giuliano Gemma, Dan Vadis, Sophie Daumier, Jacques Sernas and Jacques Herlin.
- When was For a Few Extra Dollars released?
- For a Few Extra Dollars was released in 1966, with a runtime of about 105 minutes.