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      Jeremiah Johnson

      PG Released Sep 10, 1972 1 hr. 47 min. Adventure List
      91% 23 Reviews Tomatometer 89% 10,000+ Ratings Audience Score A Mexican-American War veteran, Jeremiah Johnson (Robert Redford), heads to the mountains to live in isolation. Woefully unequipped for the task at hand, Johnson is fortunate to come across a seasoned mountain man (Will Geer) willing to teach him the necessary survival tactics. As life continues in the mountains, Johnson finds himself a native bride (Delle Bolton) and an adopted son (Josh Albee). However, their peaceful existence is threatened when Johnson incurs the ire of the Crow Indians. Read More Read Less Watch on Fandango at Home Premiered Oct 10 Buy Now

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      Jeremiah Johnson's deliberate pace demands an investment from the viewer, but it's rewarded with a thoughtful drama anchored by a starring performance from Robert Redford.

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      Marlin G A classic, with such little dialogue it's hard to think you could be engaged in a movie without it yet you're grasp for more. Rated 5 out of 5 stars 01/14/24 Full Review Thomas S Excellent scenery and acting with Redford in his prime Rated 5 out of 5 stars 12/29/23 Full Review Joel H Jeremiah Johnson is an oddly soothing film. Despite the hardships and life-threatening obstacles Robert Redford's character faces, there's a continual sense of hope, courage & perseverance throughout this story. This movie resonated with me, as well, despite the fact I'm not really the outdoorsy type and would never choose the isolated existence of a mountain man. I'll admit that I finally chose to watch this movie because of the famous GIF circulating around the internet, but I'm really glad I did. I may never live the life that Johnson did, but it made me appreciate the life I have a little more. Rated 4 out of 5 stars 11/27/23 Full Review James U A moving, haunting movie which stands the test of time. Though not a huge Robert Redford fan, his performance here was exceptional. Definitely a top 5 category movie Rated 5 out of 5 stars 07/07/23 Full Review Jelisije J One of the most underrated Westerns Biopics that I had ever seen or heard about. Rated 4 out of 5 stars 06/26/23 Full Review Audience Member Hi Highly recommend this. outstanding scenery, amazing acting, very good movie. James Welch, Henderson, Arkansas, June 17, 2023 Rated 4 out of 5 stars 06/17/23 Full Review Read all reviews Post a rating

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      Pauline Kael New Yorker Maybe Redford and [Pollack] really believe they’re doing something different from the conventional new, brutally ‘‘realistic’” Westerns, because Jeremiah Johnson crawls through the wilderness at a snail’s pace and is stretched out with ponderous lore. Sep 29, 2023 Full Review Don Druker Chicago Reader The dialogue is spare, the scenery the real star. Satisfying and impressive. Nov 17, 2017 Full Review Marcel Meyer Austin Chronicle A gritty, cinematic tall tale that resonates across geography, time, and the loneliest regions of the solitary heart. Nov 17, 2017 Full Review Richard Schertzer ScreenAnarchy You won't be able to take your eyes off this epic masterpiece for one second. It takes you on a thrill-ride of your life and never lets go. Jul 25, 2023 Full Review Roger Moore Movie Nation A 1970s zeitgeist Western...among Redford's most endearing and enduring performances, a sensitive yet heroic figure, a man out of his depth who has to grow and revert to a form of savagery to master it. . Rated: 3/4 May 16, 2022 Full Review Christopher Hudson The Spectator Anyone who likes looking at Robert Redford or mountain landscapes or both will be very happy. Nov 17, 2017 Full Review Read all reviews

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      Synopsis A Mexican-American War veteran, Jeremiah Johnson (Robert Redford), heads to the mountains to live in isolation. Woefully unequipped for the task at hand, Johnson is fortunate to come across a seasoned mountain man (Will Geer) willing to teach him the necessary survival tactics. As life continues in the mountains, Johnson finds himself a native bride (Delle Bolton) and an adopted son (Josh Albee). However, their peaceful existence is threatened when Johnson incurs the ire of the Crow Indians.
      Director
      Sydney Pollack
      Screenwriter
      John Milius, Edward Anhalt
      Production Co
      Warner Bros.
      Rating
      PG
      Genre
      Adventure
      Original Language
      English
      Release Date (Theaters)
      Sep 10, 1972, Original
      Rerelease Date (Theaters)
      Dec 21, 1972
      Release Date (Streaming)
      Jan 1, 2009
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