The Big Killing
“WHEN YOU AIM AT THIS COMEDY YOU'VE HIT A BULLSEYE”
Synopsis
The Beagles and the Hickses are two mountain families that have been feuding all their lives. The Hickses come up with a plan to get rid of their enemies once and for all by hiring two sharpshooters to finish them off. Turns out that the "sharpshooters" aren't quite all they're cracked up to be, resulting in some unintended consequences.
Top Cast
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Wallace Beery
Powderhorn Pete
Raymond Hatton
Deadeye Dan
Anders Randolf
Old Man Beagle
Mary Brian
Mary Beagle - Old Man Beagle's Daughter
Gardner James
Jim Hicks
Lane Chandler
George Hicks
Paul McAllister
Old Man Hicks
James Pier Mason
First Beagle Son (as James Mason)
Ralph Yearsley
Second Beagle Son
Ethan Laidlaw
Third Beagle Son
Leo Willis
Fourth Beagle Son
Buck Moulton
Fifth Beagle Son
Bob Kortman
Sixth Beagle Son
Walter James
Sheriff
Tiny Ward
Barker
Release History & Theatrical Window
July 1, 1928
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- F. Richard Jones
- Screenplay & Story
- Herman J. Mankiewicz, Grover Jones, Frank Butler, Gilbert Pratt
- Original Title
- The Big Killing
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 0m
- Production Studios
- Paramount Pictures, Paramount Famous Lasky Corporation
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
F. Richard Jones
Herman J. Mankiewicz, Grover Jones, Frank Butler, Gilbert Pratt
Alfred Gilks
Department Leadership Roster
Alfred Gilks
Director of Photography
Herman J. Mankiewicz
Writer
F. Richard Jones
Director
Frank Butler
Writer
Gilbert Pratt
Writer
Production Stills & Gallery
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Frequently Asked Questions About The Big Killing
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is The Big Killing about?
The Beagles and the Hickses are two mountain families that have been feuding all their lives. The Hickses come up with a plan to get rid of their enemies once and for all by hiring two sharpshooters to finish them off. Turns out that the "sharpshooters" aren't quite all they're cracked up to be, resulting in some unintended consequences.
Who directed The Big Killing?
The Big Killing was directed by F. Richard Jones.
Who stars in The Big Killing?
The principal cast of The Big Killing includes Wallace Beery, Raymond Hatton, Anders Randolf, Mary Brian, Gardner James.
When was The Big Killing released and how long is it?
The Big Killing was released in 1928 with a total runtime of 1h 0m.