Unforgiven

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Unforgiven

R

1992

2h 10m

Western

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When prostitute Delilah Fitzgerald (Anna Thomson) is disfigured by a pair of cowboys in Big Whiskey, Wyoming, her fellow brothel workers post a reward for their murder, much to the displeasure of sheriff Little Bill Daggett (Gene Hackman), who doesn't allow vigilantism in his town. Two groups of gunfighters, one led by aging former bandit William Munny (Clint Eastwood), the other by the florid English Bob (Richard Harris), come to collect the reward, clashing with each other and the sheriff.

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Critics Consensus

As both director and star, Clint Eastwood strips away decades of Hollywood varnish applied to the Wild West, and emerges with a series of harshly eloquent statements about the nature of violence.

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Kevin Maher

The Times (UK)

Jul 12, 2024

5/5

A better modern western has yet to be made.

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Jay Scott

Globe and Mail

Dec 7, 2022

It is arguably his [Eastwood] finest achievement, it is certainly his apex as an actor.

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Christopher Frayling

Sight & Sound

Feb 6, 2020

[Eastwood's] best Western -- the most distinguised film he has appeared in and directed -- since The Outlaw Josey Wales.

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Matt Brunson

Film Frenzy

Nov 5, 2025

4/4

This unflinching drama definitively strips the West of its idealized romanticism and presents it as a savage hellhole in which there are no clear-cut heroes or villains, only morally ambiguous survivalists.

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Sean Axmaker

Stream on Demand

Nov 18, 2023

... it finally made official what critics and fans had slowly come to realize over the last decade: Clint Eastwood—legendary as both the iconic western drifter with no name and Dirty Harry—was one of America’s best directors.

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Mark Johnson

Awards Daily

Jun 14, 2023

David Webb Peoples’ screenplay skillfully balances the seasoned perspective on the ramifications of violence with the compelling journey of a young gunslinger determined to make a name for himself.

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Kaleb

Mar 22, 2026

Shoutout to the GOAT

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MoviesRock

Mar 22, 2026

Such a classic by Clint, Morgan, and Gene.

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larry

Nov 17, 2021

Very well made movie. Had the feeling of being in the film the entire time. Engaging story.

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Ervin

Nov 13, 2021

Greatest western movie ever

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Jacob W

@RT17896586 21 hrs ago

Up until this point the western was old and outdated. CE a veteran to this style of film always knows the right time with things. With this film this was the right time. The story is simple and the cast are just perfect with gene Hackman winning an Oscar for his supporting role along with the film winning best film and best director. Proving that CE is a master of his trade. Still a great film even now. Masterpiece.

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Bruce W

@MovieBuff95 Oct 8, 2026

For those wanting more from a genre that was carbon copied into a cliché, this film reinvented the 'Western'. With it's message, storytelling & perfect blend of characters it is not only the absolute BEST Western of all time but one of the top ten Best films ever made. p.s.: Eastwood deserved a 'Best Actor' statue for this performance.

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When prostitute Delilah Fitzgerald (Anna Thomson) is disfigured by a pair of cowboys in Big Whiskey, Wyoming, her fellow brothel workers post a reward for their murder, much to the displeasure of sheriff Little Bill Daggett (Gene Hackman), who doesn't allow vigilantism in his town. Two groups of gunfighters, one led by aging former bandit William Munny (Clint Eastwood), the other by the florid English Bob (Richard Harris), come to collect the reward, clashing with each other and the sheriff.

Director: Clint Eastwood
Producer: Clint Eastwood
Screenwriter: David Webb Peoples
Distributor: Warner Bros. Pictures
Production Co: Malpaso Company, Warner Brothers
Rating: R
Genre: Western
Original Language: English
Release Date (Theaters): Aug 7, 1992, Original
Release Date (Streaming): Aug 15, 2008
Box Office (Gross USA): $100.0M
Runtime: 2h 10m
Sound Mix: Surround

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