

J.W. Coop
Synopsis
After losing eight years to prison, cowboy J. W. Coop is released to return to life as a professional rodeo cowboy in the 60's. Determined to make up for the lost 'prime' years of his career, he doggedly goes forward, and learns that not only has the business of rodeo changed during his incarceration but society as a whole has made dramatic changes as well.
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Type: Trailer • Published 2025-06-19
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Source: IMDB (Chicago)
Festival / Special Debut
January 1, 1972
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Cliff Robertson
- Screenplay & Story
- Cliff Robertson, Bud Shrake, Gary Cartwright
- Original Title
- J.W. Coop
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 52m
- Production Studios
- Columbia Pictures, Robertson and Associates
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Cliff Robertson
Cliff Robertson, Bud Shrake, Gary Cartwright
Frank Stanley, Adam Holender, Ross Lowell
Alex Beaton
Cliff Robertson
Department Leadership Roster
Cliff Robertson
Director
Cliff Robertson
Producer
Frank Stanley
Director of Photography
Alex Beaton
Editor
Cliff Robertson
Writer
Bud Shrake
Writer
Gary Cartwright
Writer
Age Classification & Content Advisories
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PG-13: Parents Strongly Cautioned — May contain intense action, language, or mature themes.
International Certification Matrix
Parents Strongly Cautioned — May contain intense action, language, or mature themes.
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Frequently Asked Questions About J.W. Coop
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What is J.W. Coop about?
After losing eight years to prison, cowboy J. W. Coop is released to return to life as a professional rodeo cowboy in the 60's. Determined to make up for the lost 'prime' years of his career, he doggedly goes forward, and learns that not only has the business of rodeo changed during his incarceration but society as a whole has made dramatic changes as well.
Who directed J.W. Coop?
J.W. Coop was directed by Cliff Robertson.
Who stars in J.W. Coop?
The principal cast of J.W. Coop includes Cliff Robertson, Geraldine Page, Cristina Ferrare, R.G. Armstrong, R. L. Armstrong.
When was J.W. Coop released and how long is it?
J.W. Coop was released in 1972 with a total runtime of 1h 52m.
What is the age rating and content advisory for J.W. Coop?
J.W. Coop holds official age classifications: US: PG-13 (Parents Strongly Cautioned — May contain intense action, language, or mature themes.).
