Waterhole #3
“This is the West as it really was. ABSOLUTELY RIDICULOUS!”
Synopsis
After a professional gambler kills a Confederate soldier, he finds a map pinpointing the location in the desert where stolen army gold bullion is buried. He plans to retrieve it, but others are searching for it too.
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James Coburn
Lewton Cole
Carroll O'Connor
Sheriff John Copperud
Margaret Blye
Billee Copperud
Claude Akins
Sgt. Henry Foggers
Timothy Carey
Hilb
Bruce Dern
Deputy
Joan Blondell
Lavinia
James Whitmore
Capt. Shipley
Harry Davis
Ben
Roy Jenson
Doc Quinlen
Robert Cornthwaite
George - Hotel Clerk
Jim Boles
Cpl. Blyth
Steve Whittaker
Soldier #1
Ted Markland
Soldier #2
Rupert Crosse
Prince
Jay Ose
Bartender
Robert "Buzz" Henry
Cowpoke
Roger Miller
Balladeer (voice)
Release History & Theatrical Window
October 10, 1967
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- William A. Graham
- Screenplay & Story
- Joseph T. Steck, Robert R. Young
- Original Score
- Dave Grusin
- Original Title
- Waterhole #3
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 35m
- Production Studios
- Paramount Pictures, Geoffrey Productions
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
William A. Graham
Joseph T. Steck, Robert R. Young
Dave Grusin
Robert Burks
Warren Low
Blake Edwards, Joseph T. Steck, Owen Crump
Department Leadership Roster
Blake Edwards
Producer
William A. Graham
Director
Dave Grusin
Original Music Composer
Robert Burks
Director of Photography
Joseph T. Steck
Producer
Warren Low
Editor
Fernando Carrere
Production Design
Jack Bear
Costume Design
Joseph T. Steck
Writer
Robert R. Young
Writer
Age Classification & Content Advisories
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International Certification Matrix
FSK 16 — Restricted to viewers aged 16 and older.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Waterhole #3
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is Waterhole #3 about?
After a professional gambler kills a Confederate soldier, he finds a map pinpointing the location in the desert where stolen army gold bullion is buried. He plans to retrieve it, but others are searching for it too.
Who directed Waterhole #3?
Waterhole #3 was directed by William A. Graham.
Who stars in Waterhole #3?
The principal cast of Waterhole #3 includes James Coburn, Carroll O'Connor, Margaret Blye, Claude Akins, Timothy Carey.
When was Waterhole #3 released and how long is it?
Waterhole #3 was released in 1967 with a total runtime of 1h 35m.
Who composed the musical score for Waterhole #3?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Waterhole #3 was composed by Dave Grusin.
What is the age rating and content advisory for Waterhole #3?
Waterhole #3 holds official age classifications: DE: 16 (FSK 16 — Restricted to viewers aged 16 and older.).