Junior Bonner (1972): cast, story & where to watch
1972 · Film · ★ 6.1
Released in 1972, Junior Bonner is a drama and western film directed by Sam Peckinpah, running about 100 minutes. “Steve McQueen going down his own road, tougher than ever, as "Junior Bonner"” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. With his bronco-busting career on its last legs, Junior Bonner heads to his hometown to try his luck in the annual rodeo. But his fond childhood memories are shattered when he finds his family torn apart by his greedy brother and hard-drinking father.
Who’s in it. Junior Bonner stars Steve McQueen as Junior Bonner, Robert Preston as Ace Bonner, Ida Lupino as Elvira Bonner and Ben Johnson as Buck Roan, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.1/10, Junior Bonner has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Junior Bonner page.
If you liked it. Fans of Junior Bonner tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Junior Bonner (1972)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Junior Bonner change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Junior Bonner worth watching?
- Junior Bonner holds an audience score of 6.1 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama and western. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Junior Bonner?
- Junior Bonner stars Steve McQueen, Robert Preston, Ida Lupino, Ben Johnson and Joe Don Baker.
- When was Junior Bonner released?
- Junior Bonner was released in 1972, with a runtime of about 100 minutes.