The Quick and the Dead
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Synopsis
A small group of soldiers capture a German observation post, but in turn are captured themselves. They soon escape and--with the aid of two women--try to fight their way to safety.
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Type: Trailer • Published 2026-04-27
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Release History & Theatrical Window
January 1, 1963
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Robert Totten
- Screenplay & Story
- Robert Totten, Sheila Lynch
- Original Score
- Jaime Mendoza-Nava
- Original Title
- The Quick and the Dead
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 32m
- Production Studios
- Manson Corporation
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Robert Totten
Robert Totten, Sheila Lynch
Jaime Mendoza-Nava
John Arthur Morrill
Marvin Walowitz
Sam Altonian, Edmund Goldman
Department Leadership Roster
Robert Totten
Director
Robert Totten
Writer
Sheila Lynch
Writer
Sam Altonian
Producer
Jaime Mendoza-Nava
Original Music Composer
John Arthur Morrill
Director of Photography
Marvin Walowitz
Editor
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Frequently Asked Questions About The Quick and the Dead
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What is The Quick and the Dead about?
A small group of soldiers capture a German observation post, but in turn are captured themselves. They soon escape and--with the aid of two women--try to fight their way to safety.
Who directed The Quick and the Dead?
The Quick and the Dead was directed by Robert Totten.
Who stars in The Quick and the Dead?
The principal cast of The Quick and the Dead includes Victor French, Majel Barrett, Louis Massad, Sandy Donigan, James Almanzar.
When was The Quick and the Dead released and how long is it?
The Quick and the Dead was released in 1963 with a total runtime of 1h 32m.
Who composed the musical score for The Quick and the Dead?
The original motion picture soundtrack for The Quick and the Dead was composed by Jaime Mendoza-Nava.