Dead for a Dollar
“Vengeance for the right price.”
Synopsis
In 1897, veteran bounty hunter Max Borlund is deep into Mexico where he encounters professional gambler and outlaw Joe Cribbens — a sworn enemy he sent to prison years before. Max is on a mission to find and return Rachel Kidd, the wife of a wealthy businessman, who as the story is told to Max, has been abducted by Buffalo Soldier Elijah Jones. Max is ultimately faced with a showdown to save honor.
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Type: Trailer • Published 2022-09-26
Top Cast
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Christoph Waltz
Max Borlund
Willem Dafoe
Joe Cribbens
Rachel Brosnahan
Rachel Kidd
Hamish Linklater
Martin Kidd
Benjamin Bratt
Tiberio Vargas
Guy Burnet
English Bill
Brandon Scott
Elijah Jones
Scott Peat
Jack Tyree
Warren Burke
Sergeant Poe
Luis Chávez
Esteban Romero
Jackamoe Buzzell
Jack Hannon
Diana Navarrete
Mexican Maid
J.D. Garfield
Luis Andrade
Shawn-Caulin Young
Luke Schoonover
Vic Browder
Stonebreaker
Alfredo Quiroz
Deputy Enrique Bustamante
Rocko Reyes
Card player
Diane Villegas
Esperanza Hinajosa
Release History & Theatrical Window
Streaming Window: 0 DaysVenice Film Festival
Festival / Special Debut
September 30, 2022
Wide Cinema Exhibition
September 30, 2022
VOD & Digital Platforms
October 4, 2022
Physical Home Media
Financials & Box Office Performance
Production Budget
Undisclosed
Filming & production cost
Worldwide Gross
$81K
Total global ticket sales
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Walter Hill
- Screenplay & Story
- Walter Hill
- Original Score
- Xander Rodzinski
- Original Title
- Dead for a Dollar
- Country of Origin
- Canada, United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English, Portuguese
- Runtime
- 1h 47m
- Worldwide Gross
- $81K
- Production Studios
- Chaos, a Film Company, Polaris Pictures, Myriad Pictures, McMaster/Dunn Productions, Lone Wolf, Cinephile Productions
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Walter Hill
Walter Hill, Matt Harris
Xander Rodzinski
Lloyd Ahern II, Brian Taylor
Phil Norden
Kirk D'Amico, Carolyn McMaster, Jerry Leider, Lawrence Mortorff, Jeff Sackman
Department Leadership Roster
Walter Hill
Director
Kirk D'Amico
Producer
Carolyn McMaster
Producer
Lloyd Ahern II
Director of Photography
Phil Norden
Editor
Pierre Bonnette
Visual Effects Supervisor
Jeff Sackman
Producer
Neil Dunn
Producer
Jeremy Wall
Producer
Berry Meyerowitz
Producer
Lahly Poore
Costume Design
Xander Rodzinski
Original Music Composer
Geoffrey Basquin
Visual Effects Supervisor
Walter Hill
Screenplay
RA Arancio-Parrain
Production Design
Age Classification & Content Advisories
Official viewer rating standards and content warnings across international classification boards.
R: Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.
International Certification Matrix
FSK 16 — Restricted to viewers aged 16 and older.
Suitable only for 15 years and over.
Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Dead for a Dollar
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is Dead for a Dollar about?
In 1897, veteran bounty hunter Max Borlund is deep into Mexico where he encounters professional gambler and outlaw Joe Cribbens — a sworn enemy he sent to prison years before. Max is on a mission to find and return Rachel Kidd, the wife of a wealthy businessman, who as the story is told to Max, has been abducted by Buffalo Soldier Elijah Jones. Max is ultimately faced with a showdown to save honor.
Who directed Dead for a Dollar?
Dead for a Dollar was directed by Walter Hill.
Who stars in Dead for a Dollar?
The principal cast of Dead for a Dollar includes Christoph Waltz, Willem Dafoe, Rachel Brosnahan, Hamish Linklater, Benjamin Bratt.
When was Dead for a Dollar released and how long is it?
Dead for a Dollar was released in 2022 with a total runtime of 1h 47m.
How much did Dead for a Dollar make at the box office?
Dead for a Dollar grossed $81K in worldwide ticket sales.
Who composed the musical score for Dead for a Dollar?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Dead for a Dollar was composed by Xander Rodzinski.
What is the age rating and content advisory for Dead for a Dollar?
Dead for a Dollar holds official age classifications: CA: 14A; DE: 16 (FSK 16 — Restricted to viewers aged 16 and older.); GB: 15 (Suitable only for 15 years and over.); US: R (Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.).