The Mercenary streaming
Genre
Western
Year
1968
Runtime
1h41

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Metascore

The Mercenary

Greed, loyalty, and revolution in the wild west.

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Synopsis

In the 1968 film "The Mercenary" (original title: Il mercenario), directed by Sergio Corbucci, Franco Nero stars as a greedy, money-driven mercenary who forms an unlikely alliance with a freedom fighter in revolutionary Mexico. Together, they must navigate through treacherous terrain, facing betrayal and danger as they fight against a ruthless tycoon. Filled with action-packed sequences, political undertones, and complex character dynamics, The Mercenary is a classic Spaghetti Western that explores themes of loyalty, greed, and redemption set against the backdrop of the Mexican revolution.

Cast

  • Franco Nero

    Franco Nero

    Sergei Kowalski, The Polish

  • Tony Musante

    Tony Musante

    Paco Roman

  • Jack Palance

    Jack Palance

    Ricciolo ("Curly")

  • Giovanna Ralli

    Giovanna Ralli

    Columba

  • Franco Giacobini

    Franco Giacobini

    Pepote

  • Eduardo Fajardo

    Eduardo Fajardo

    Alfonso Garcรญa

Reviews

The Mercenary has garnered praise for its compelling storyline, dynamic performances, and gritty portrayal of the Mexican revolution. Rotten Tomatoes gives it a solid 80% rating, highlighting the film's unique blend of action and political intrigue. IMDb reviewers have rated the movie 7.1/10, praising Franco Nero's charismatic performance and Sergio Corbucci's skillful direction. Critics have lauded the film's soundtrack, which enhances the intense and emotional moments throughout the narrative. With its iconic characters and breathtaking cinematography, The Mercenary stands as a must-watch in the realm of Spaghetti Westerns.