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5.5 / 10(10 votes)IMDbPG-1319721h 52mUnited States of America

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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Release History & Theatrical Window

World Premiere

Source: IMDB (Chicago)

Festival / Special Debut

Theatrical Premiere

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

Director

Cliff Robertson

Screenplay & Story

Cliff Robertson, Bud Shrake, Gary Cartwright

Director of Photography

Frank Stanley, Adam Holender, Ross Lowell

Film Editing

Alex Beaton

Producers

Cliff Robertson

Department Leadership Roster

Cliff Robertson

Cliff Robertson

Director

Cliff Robertson

Cliff Robertson

Producer

Frank Stanley

Director of Photography

Alex Beaton

Editor

Cliff Robertson

Cliff Robertson

Writer

Bud Shrake

Writer

Gary Cartwright

Writer

Age Classification & Content Advisories

Official viewer rating standards and content warnings across international classification boards.

Primary: PG-13

PG-13: Parents Strongly Cautioned — May contain intense action, language, or mature themes.

International Certification Matrix

United States (MPAA)PG-13

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.).