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The Frisco Kid (1979)

This kosher cowboy hasn't got a prayer -- but plenty of laughs.

★ 6.1/10 TMDBPG1h 59mAdventureComedyWestern
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Rabbi Avram arrives in Philadelphia from Poland en route to San Francisco where he will be a congregation's new rabbi. An innocent and inexperienced traveller, he is tricked by con men to pay for the trip to go west, then they leave him and his belongings scattered along a deserted road. He is befriended by a stranger, Tommy, who is a bank robber and have many adventures during their journey.

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The Frisco Kid Cast

  • Gene Wilder

    Gene Wilder

    as Avram

  • Harrison Ford

    Harrison Ford

    as Tommy

  • Ramon Bieri

    Ramon Bieri

    as Mr. Jones

  • Val Bisoglio

    Val Bisoglio

    as Chief Gray Cloud

  • George DiCenzo

    George DiCenzo

    as Darryl Diggs

  • Leo Fuchs

    Leo Fuchs

    as Chief Rabbi

  • Penny Peyser

    Penny Peyser

    as Rosalie

  • William Smith

    William Smith

    as Matt Diggs

  • Jack Somack

    Jack Somack

    as Samuel Bender

  • Beege Barkette

    Beege Barkette

    as Sarah Mindl

  • Shay Duffin

    Shay Duffin

    as O'Leary

  • Walter Janovitz

    Walter Janovitz

    as Old Amish Man

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When was The Frisco Kid released?

The Frisco Kid came out on July 6, 1979.

Is The Frisco Kid worth watching?

The Frisco Kid holds a 6.1/10 average from 178 TMDB user ratings. Reactions are mixed, so check the trailer first.

How long is The Frisco Kid?

The Frisco Kid runs 119 minutes (1h 59m).

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