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Scandalous John
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1971 Theatrical Poster
Directed by Robert Butler
Produced by Bill Walsh
Written by Bill Walsh
Starring Brian Keith
Alfonso Arau
Michele Carey
Cinematography Frank V. Phillips
Editing by Cotton Warburton
Studio Walt Disney Productions
Distributed by Buena Vista Distribution
Release date(s) June 22, 1971
Running time 113 minutes
Country United States
Language English

Scandalous John is a fun and exciting movie from 1971. It was made by Walt Disney Productions. The film stars Brian Keith and Alfonso Arau. It's about an old rancher who loves his land and won't let anyone take it away!

What's the Story About?

The movie is about an old rancher named John McCanless. He used to be a brave gunslinger (a person who uses guns). Now, he's a bit grumpy, but he really cares about his ranch.

A big problem comes up: people want to build a dam. This dam would flood John's property. John is very determined. He has no plans to sell his land. He decides to fight to keep his home, no matter what happens!

Who's in the Movie?

  • Brian Keith as John McCanless
  • Alfonso Arau as Paco
  • Michele Carey as Amanda McCanless
  • Rick Lenz as Jimmy Whittaker
  • Harry Morgan as Sheriff Pippen
  • Iris Adrian as Mavis
  • Simon Oakland as Barton Whittaker
  • Bill Williams as Sheriff Hart
  • Christopher Dark as Card Dealer
  • Fran Ryan as Farm Woman
  • Bruce Glover as Sludge
  • Richard Hale as Old Indian
  • Jimmy Lydon as Grotch
  • John Ritter as Wendell
  • Larry D. Mann as Bartender
  • Jack Raine as Switchman
  • Booth Colman as Governor Murray
  • Edward Faulkner as Hillary
  • Bill Zuckert as Abernathy
  • John Zaremba as Wales
  • Robert Padilla as Paco's Cousin
  • Alex Tinne as Clerk
  • Benny Baker as Dr. Kropak
  • Paul Koslo as Pipes
  • William O'Connell as Men's Store Clerk
  • Sam Edwards as Bald Man
  • Leone Stevens as Girl
  • José Nieto as Mariachi Band
  • Joseph Gutierrez as Mariachi Band
  • Freddie Hernandez as Mariachi Band
  • Sondra Currie as Saloon Girl
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