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The Grey Fox

Play trailer 1:38 Poster for The Grey Fox PG 1983 1h 32m Western Play Trailer Watchlist
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In this film based on a true story, Bill Miner (Richard Farnsworth) is a fearless stagecoach robber in the days of the Wild West. After he is arrested and jailed for more than 30 years, he re-emerges into a bustling new world. But Miner cannot give up his old ways. Soon he pulls off a successful railway heist and goes on the lam in British Columbia, where he falls for bold photographer Katherine Flynn (Jackie Burroughs). But Miner was not built for settling down.
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The Grey Fox takes liberties with the real-life history that inspired it, but director Philip Borsos' aim is true -- as is Richard Farnsworth's work in the title role.

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Michael Phillips Chicago Tribune Jun 3, 2020
3.5/4
As drama, the story is genteel to a fault, with nothing provocative or troubling to disturb our enjoyment of the scenery. This limits the achievement. And yet it casts a spell. Go to Full Review Peter Rainer FilmWeek (LAist) May 29, 2020
Lyrical and almost rapturous. Farnsworth is extraordinary. Go to Full Review Roger Ebert Chicago Sun-Times Oct 23, 2004
3.5/4
Here's one of the loveliest adventures of the year, a movie about a stubborn, indomitable character who robs people because that's what he knows best. Go to Full Review Alexander Miller Film Inquiry Jun 23, 2020
The Grey Fox is sizzling with an indistinct charm in that it's a film that exists on its own terms. Go to Full Review Luke Parker Dr. Filmlove's Film Reviews and Ratings Jun 18, 2020
4/4
It's an adventure as bountiful as any, set in a world where appreciation and innovation left the Wild West behind, but allowed its sentiments to linger a little while longer. Go to Full Review Dennis Harvey 48 Hills Jun 12, 2020
Beyond its other pleasures, it's also a testament to the talent of first-time feature director Philip Borsos... Go to Full Review Read all reviews

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Ian S @RT48225084 Aug 3, 2025 Unconventional western, anchored by a fine performance from Richard Farnsworth, with great scenery from British Columbia. Sort of an abrupt ending, an extra half hour would have been good. See more Brad S. R @RT07389644 Mar 26, 2025 A beautiful western and the crowning jewel of Richard Farnsworth's career. See more Alec B @Alec97 Feb 1, 2025 A quietly romantic movie, which given that it's about a notorious criminal is quite the achievement. Farnsworth is the key here, as is totally convincing in the role. You can't teach the natural screen presence he had. See more Jan 12, 2021 I have been waiting 30+ years to see this film again. It finally has made it to Blu-ray. Who could fall in-love with Bill Farnsworth and Jackie Burrows. The cinematography is stunning, and the story makes me cry (in a manly appreciation way- Hahahah) every time. Basically I love this movie and you should see it! See more robert m @RT01909882 Jan 2, 2021 American action movies about characters who are past the age of fifty are rare. This movie comes from Canada. It's a bit slow, and it's polite, and it's delightful. See more dave d @RT34924333 Nov 6, 2020 Beautifully shot and scripted, 'The Grey Fox', is a showcase of Richard Farnsworth who was born to play this roll. One of the best Canadian films of all-time, I found it funny that right after Siskel and Ebert reviewed this in 1983, they talked about a re-released picture with new footage and fully restored. That's how I came to this and boy am I lucky and little did they know. It's a subtle gem and it should be seen and luckily Kino Lorber is giving this a good firm push to as many people as possible. Final Score: 9.3/10 See more Read all reviews
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Phillip Borsos

Director

Richard Farnsworth

Bill Miner

Jackie Burroughs

Katherine 'Kate' Flynn

Wayne Robson

Shorty (William) Dunn

Ken Pogue

Jack Budd, Hotel Manager

Timothy Webber

Sergeant Fernie

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Synopsis In this film based on a true story, Bill Miner (Richard Farnsworth) is a fearless stagecoach robber in the days of the Wild West. After he is arrested and jailed for more than 30 years, he re-emerges into a bustling new world. But Miner cannot give up his old ways. Soon he pulls off a successful railway heist and goes on the lam in British Columbia, where he falls for bold photographer Katherine Flynn (Jackie Burroughs). But Miner was not built for settling down.
Director
Phillip Borsos
Producer
Peter O'Brian
Screenwriter
John Hunter
Distributor
United Artists Classics
Production Co
Mercury Productions
Rating
PG
Genre
Western
Original Language
English
Release Date (Theaters)
Mar 18, 1983, Wide
Rerelease Date (Theaters)
May 29, 2020
Release Date (Streaming)
Aug 30, 2020
Runtime
1h 32m
Sound Mix
Mono
Aspect Ratio
Flat (1.85:1)
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