The Wild Bunch (1969)
Kernel Score: 85% · 1,299 ratings · Rated R
Genres: Western
Released: 1969-06-19
Runtime: 145 minutes
Where to watch The Wild Bunch
- Rent: Prime Video, Apple TV, Google Play, YouTube
- Buy: Prime Video, Apple TV, Google Play, YouTube
US availability, updated 2026-10-23.
Overview
An aging group of outlaws look for one last big score as the "traditional" American West is disappearing around them.
The Wild Bunch parents' guide: ages 15+
Parents need to know that The Wild Bunch is a classic R-rated Western known for graphic, bloody shootout violence.
- Violence & scariness: Intense — Extremely violent shootouts, gang warfare, and bloody gunfights are central to this classic Western.
Fresh Kernels AI-assessed from the official R rating, publicly documented content. A guide for families, not an official rating.
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Director
Cast
- William Holden as Pike Bishop
- Ernest Borgnine as Dutch Engstrom
- Robert Ryan as Deke Thornton
- Jaime Sánchez as Angel
- Warren Oates as Lyle Gorch
- Edmond O'Brien as Freddie Sykes
- Ben Johnson as Tector Gorch
- Albert Dekker as Pat Harrigan
- Strother Martin as Coffer
- Emilio Fernández as Gen. Mapache
The Wild Bunch FAQ
Is The Wild Bunch good?
The Wild Bunch has an 85% Kernel Score on Fresh Kernels from 1,299 audience ratings.
Where can I watch The Wild Bunch?
In the US you can rent it from Prime Video, Apple TV, Google Play and YouTube.
Is The Wild Bunch OK for kids?
The Wild Bunch is rated R. Fresh Kernels suggests ages 15+. Parents need to know that The Wild Bunch is a classic R-rated Western known for graphic, bloody shootout violence.
What movies are like The Wild Bunch?
If you liked The Wild Bunch, try High Plains Drifter, Django Unchained, The Outlaw Josey Wales and True Grit.