The Great American Cowboy
How far can a man push? How much can a man endure?
6.6
5 votes
December 1, 1973
1h 29m
Overview
The battle between two rodeo stars for the world championship: veteran Larry Mahan and newcomer Phil Lyne. Narrated by Cowboy Hall of Fame actor Joel Mc Crea, this Academy Award-winning documentary takes the viewer inside the rodeo arena with today's cowboys. Features incredible "in-the-saddle" photography.
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