The Deadly Companions (1961): cast, story & where to watch
1961 · Film · ★ 5.7
Released in 1961, The Deadly Companions is a western film directed by Sam Peckinpah, running about 93 minutes. “ALONE... IN AN UNTAMED LAND -- WITH THREE MEN WHO FORCED THEIR WAY INTO HER LIFE!” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. Ex-army officer accidentally kills a woman's son, tries to make up for it by escorting the funeral procession through dangerous Indian territory.
Who’s in it. The Deadly Companions stars Maureen O'Hara as Kit Tilden, Brian Keith as Yellowleg, Steve Cochran as Billy Keplinger and Chill Wills as Turk, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.7/10, The Deadly Companions has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.
Where to watch. In US you can stream it on Amazon Prime Video, MGM+ Amazon Channel, Philo and Brew and rent or buy it from Amazon Video and FlixFling. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Deadly Companions page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Deadly Companions tend to enjoy The Good, the Bad and the Ugly, Django Unchained, Once Upon a Time in the West and For a Few Dollars More.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Deadly Companions (1961)?
- In US, The Deadly Companions is available to stream on Amazon Prime Video, MGM+ Amazon Channel and Philo, and rent or buy from Amazon Video and FlixFling. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
- Is The Deadly Companions worth watching?
- The Deadly Companions holds an audience score of 5.7 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy western. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Deadly Companions?
- The Deadly Companions stars Maureen O'Hara, Brian Keith, Steve Cochran, Chill Wills and Strother Martin.
- When was The Deadly Companions released?
- The Deadly Companions was released in 1961, with a runtime of about 93 minutes.