Joe Kidd
“If you're looking for trouble...he's Joe Kidd.”
Synopsis
A band of Mexicans find their U. S. land claims denied and all the records destroyed in a courthouse fire. Their leader, Louis Chama, encourages them to use force to regain their land. A wealthy landowner wanting the same decides to hire a gang of killers with Joe Kidd to track Chama.
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A Deadly StandoffOfficial
Type: Clip • Published 2026-01-31
Top Cast
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Clint Eastwood
Joe Kidd
Robert Duvall
Frank Harlan
John Saxon
Luis Chama
Don Stroud
Lamarr Simms
Stella Garcia
Helen Sanchez
James Wainwright
Mingo
Paul Koslo
Roy
Gregory Walcott
Mitchell
Dick Van Patten
Hotel Manager
Lynne Marta
Elma
John Carter
Judge
Pepe Hern
Priest
Joaquín Martínez
Manolo
Chuck Hayward
Eljay
Ron Soble
Ramon
Pepe Callahan
Naco
Clint Ritchie
Calvin
Gil Barreto
Emilio
Release History & Theatrical Window
July 19, 1972
Wide Cinema Exhibition
July 19, 1972
Physical Home Media
Financials & Box Office Performance
Production Budget
Undisclosed
Filming & production cost
Worldwide Gross
$6.3M
Total global ticket sales
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- John Sturges
- Screenplay & Story
- Elmore Leonard
- Original Score
- Lalo Schifrin
- Original Title
- Joe Kidd
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- Spanish, English
- Runtime
- 1h 28m
- Worldwide Gross
- $6.3M
- Production Studios
- Malpaso Productions
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
John Sturges
Elmore Leonard
Lalo Schifrin
Bruce Surtees
Ferris Webster
Sidney Beckerman, Clint Eastwood, Robert Daley, Jennings Lang
Department Leadership Roster
Elmore Leonard
Writer
Sidney Beckerman
Producer
Ferris Webster
Editor
Lalo Schifrin
Original Music Composer
Bruce Surtees
Director of Photography
John Sturges
Director
Buddy Van Horn
Stunt Coordinator
Age Classification & Content Advisories
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PG: Parental Guidance Suggested — May contain mild violence or suggestive material.
International Certification Matrix
FSK 16 — Restricted to viewers aged 16 and older.
Suitable only for 15 years and over.
Parental Guidance Suggested — May contain mild violence or suggestive material.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Joe Kidd
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What is Joe Kidd about?
A band of Mexicans find their U. S. land claims denied and all the records destroyed in a courthouse fire. Their leader, Louis Chama, encourages them to use force to regain their land. A wealthy landowner wanting the same decides to hire a gang of killers with Joe Kidd to track Chama.
Who directed Joe Kidd?
Joe Kidd was directed by John Sturges.
Who stars in Joe Kidd?
The principal cast of Joe Kidd includes Clint Eastwood, Robert Duvall, John Saxon, Don Stroud, Stella Garcia.
When was Joe Kidd released and how long is it?
Joe Kidd was released in 1972 with a total runtime of 1h 28m.
How much did Joe Kidd make at the box office?
Joe Kidd grossed $6.3M in worldwide ticket sales.
Who composed the musical score for Joe Kidd?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Joe Kidd was composed by Lalo Schifrin.
What is the age rating and content advisory for Joe Kidd?
Joe Kidd holds official age classifications: DE: 16 (FSK 16 — Restricted to viewers aged 16 and older.); FR: TP; GB: 15 (Suitable only for 15 years and over.); US: PG (Parental Guidance Suggested — May contain mild violence or suggestive material.).