Tombstone

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Tombstone

R

Released Dec 25, 1993

2h 7m

Western

Action

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Wyatt Earp and his brothers, Morgan and Virgil, have left their gunslinger ways behind them to settle down and start a business in the town of Tombstone, Ariz. While they aren't looking to find trouble, trouble soon finds them when they become targets of the ruthless Cowboy gang. Now, together with Wyatt's best friend, Doc Holliday, the brothers pick up their guns once more to restore order to a lawless land.

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Critics Consensus

If you're seeking a stylish modern western with a solid story and a well-chosen ensemble cast, Tombstone is your huckleberry.

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Jonathan Rosenbaum

Chicago Reader

A lot of care and attention were obviously devoted to selecting locations, designing sets, and grooming handlebar mustaches. Much less attention went to making one believe that any of the events took place circa 1879.

May 10, 2012

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Matt Mueller

Empire Magazine

Doesn't really cut it in the Western genre.

Rated: 2/5

Apr 1, 2009

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Emanuel Levy

Variety

A tough-talking but soft-hearted tale that is entertaining in a sprawling, old-fashioned manner.

Dec 4, 2008

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Douglas Davidson

Elements of Madness

Not everything works, but what does feels like lightning in a bottle, which is why so many return to "Tombstone" more than 30 years later.

May 1, 2025

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Alan French

Sunshine State Cineplex

With real mustaches and fury in their performances, the ensemble delivers a marquee feature of the era. Tombstone is not just a fun film; it's a very good one.

Rated: 8/10

Apr 26, 2025

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Allison Rose

FlickDirect

When it comes to legendary Westerns, Tombstone firmly earns its place among the genre's greatest—an essential for any classic film collection.

Rated: 4.5/5

Apr 22, 2025

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Kai K

If it were Doc Holiday Val Kilmer the whole time I’d watch the hell out of this movie.

Rated 4 out of 5 stars

08/06/25

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James B

Talk about an all star cast they had about 20 famous A list hollywood actors at the time in this one. I found this flick to be too generic and bland a western, I much prefer the rambling spaghetti westerns of Eastwood. This film is just a mindless 6 shooter action. Kurt Russel was great as Wyatt Earp though, a role he was born for.

Rated 3 out of 5 stars

08/05/25

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R V.

Tombstone stands out as the best western because it doesn’t waste time trying to reinvent the genre. It just delivers everything you want at full throttle: a tight story, sharp dialogue, and a cast that actually feels dangerous. It’s not about wide open vistas and moral ambiguity; it’s about loyalty, revenge, and holding your ground when it counts. The pacing is relentless, the shootouts are gritty, and the one-liners are some of the best of any film. And then there’s Doc Holliday. Val Kilmer’s performance is over the top, in a good way. He’s sick, drunk, and dying, but still sharper than anyone else in the room. Every line is quotable, every scene he’s in is better for it. He’s not just comic relief or a tragic sidekick—he’s the moral core and the wildcard rolled into one. Without him, Tombstone is just another western. With him, it’s legendary.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

08/01/25

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Partial D

It's OK. They don't do a great job selling the period. It's defintely a Hollywood interpretation of history. But it's a fun movie. Also you will know basically what is going to happen over the entire movie within the first 10 minutes. To me that kind of took some of the tension out.

Rated 3 out of 5 stars

07/27/25

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Shawn R

This is one of the best movies ever made. Would love to see it remastered in 4K. Should never be remade as it simply cannot be done at this level.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

07/27/25

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Stephen C

Success in 2 hours and 7 minutes!!!!!!!!!! Starring Val Kilmer as Doc Holliday!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! The USA grossed over $55,900,000.00!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

07/12/25

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Synopsis

Wyatt Earp and his brothers, Morgan and Virgil, have left their gunslinger ways behind them to settle down and start a business in the town of Tombstone, Ariz. While they aren't looking to find trouble, trouble soon finds them when they become targets of the ruthless Cowboy gang. Now, together with Wyatt's best friend, Doc Holliday, the brothers pick up their guns once more to restore order to a lawless land.

Director: George P. Cosmatos
Producer: Sean Daniel, James Jacks, Bob Misiorowski
Screenwriter: Kevin Jarre
Distributor: Buena Vista Pictures, Hollywood Pictures
Production Co: Hollywood Pictures, Cinergi Pictures Entertainment
Rating: R
Genre: Western, Action
Original Language: English
Release Date (Theaters): Dec 25, 1993, Wide
Release Date (Streaming): Jul 1, 2014
Box Office (Gross USA): $55.9M
Runtime: 2h 7m
Sound Mix: Surround, Stereo

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