The Dead Man (1975): cast, story & where to watch
1975 · Film · ★ 5
Released in 1975, The Dead Man is a western film directed by Héctor Olivera, running about 105 minutes.
What it’s about. Benjamin Ortalora is a young man who leaves Buenos Aires after murdering a rival. He goes to Montevideo where his cool boldness draws the attention of gang leader Azevedo Bandeira. When the old bandit becomes ill, Ortalora makes a determined play to take his place.
Who’s in it. The Dead Man stars Thelma Biral as La Gringa O'Railles, Francisco Rabal as Azevedo Bandeira, Juan José Camero as Benjamín Otálora and Antonio Iranzo as Ulpiano, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.0/10, The Dead Man has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Dead Man page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Dead Man tend to enjoy The Good, the Bad and the Ugly, Django Unchained, Once Upon a Time in the West and For a Few Dollars More.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Dead Man (1975)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Dead Man change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Dead Man worth watching?
- The Dead Man holds an audience score of 5.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy western. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Dead Man?
- The Dead Man stars Thelma Biral, Francisco Rabal, Juan José Camero, Antonio Iranzo and Raúl Lavié.
- When was The Dead Man released?
- The Dead Man was released in 1975, with a runtime of about 105 minutes.