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All the Pretty Horses

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The year is 1949. A young Texan named John Grady finds himself without a home after his mother sells the ranch where he has spent his entire life. Lured south of the border by the romance of cowboy life and the promise of a fresh start, Cole and his pal embark on an adventure that will test their resilience, define their maturity, and change their lives forever.
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Critics Consensus

This adaptation of Cormac McCarthy's novel comes off as rather flat and uninvolving. Scenes feel rushed and done in shorthand, and the romance between Damon and Cruz has no sparks.

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Steve Mirarchi Boston Globe Dec 26, 2000
McCarthy's novel employs the coming of age narrative in service of his sanguineous spiritual vision, and for the film to renounce that philosophy is to give up its soul and be rendered lifeless. Go to Full Review Geoff Pevere Toronto Star Dec 26, 2000
Lovely but disengaging, mysterious but uninvolving, physical but strangely remote. Go to Full Review Susan Stark Detroit News Dec 26, 2000
4/4
Working from Ted Tally's casually artful script, director Billy Bob Thornton guides Matt Damon, Henry Thomas and Penelope Cruz to their most impressive performances in a major movie yet. Go to Full Review Ted Murphy Hollywood.com Dec 13, 2009
B
What is on screen is impressive, even with the sense of something missing. Go to Full Review Bob Grimm Sacramento News & Review Aug 7, 2008
3/5
Betsy Bozdech DVDJournal.com Oct 21, 2006
2/4
If Thornton had cut a few extra minutes' worth of pretty horses ... and left in a few more storytelling scenes, this attempt at a Western epic might have had more impact. Go to Full Review Read all reviews

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Leo N. @EntertainLeo May 18, 2026 A film does not have to be complex to appeal to your soul. See more Findley S @findleygsmith Apr 20, 2026 This movie was poorly directed with minimal character-driven plot arches. But, the cinematography was beautiful and Matt Damon and Penélope Cruz played their parts as well as they could. I was surprised at the negative reviews of this movie, but then again, I haven't read the novel upon which the film is based. Overall, recommend to anyone looking for a modern western. See more Chase J. @chasez Apr 6, 2026 I love the Cormac McCarthy book, but not a very good retelling. Chemistry between Damon and Cruz, Damon and Thomas not very strong. Scenes feel rushed. Although it is fun to see a throwback of Damon and Cruz. I feel like her lines just are particularly good. See more Vegas M @migzooma Mar 25, 2026 Although not perfect it's a beautiful well done film that keeps you engaged til the very end. See more Willis F @RT99196370 Oct 7, 2025 This is a great example of a movie critics hate, but a movie that is thoughtful and well done, that you will love. Don’t listen to the haters. Billy Bob Thornton stays true to the book. I’m left wondering if the people who don’t like this movie even read the book because the movie captures the tone of the book perfectly. This is a modern western classic, a rarity in the day and culture in which we live. See more Alain E @AlainE Dec 19, 2024 It’s watchable, but rather flat. Same with the cinematography: rarely there is a scene that grabs the viewer. See more Read all reviews
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Cast & Crew

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Billy Bob Thornton

Director

Matt Damon

John Grady Cole

Henry Thomas

Lacey Rawlins

Penélope Cruz

Alejandra

Lucas Black

Jimmy Blevins

Rubén Blades

Hector de la Rocha

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All the Pretty Horses

All the Pretty Horses (2000) All the Pretty Horses (2000) Lucas Black. A scene from Billy Bob Thornton's ALL THE PRETTY HORSES. From left to right, Matt Damon and Henry Thomas with director. Henry Thomas (I) and Matt Damon. From left to right, Matt Damon, Lucas Black and Henry Thomas. Matt Damon and Penélope Cruz. Henry Thomas. Penélope Cruz. View more photos

Movie Info

Synopsis The year is 1949. A young Texan named John Grady finds himself without a home after his mother sells the ranch where he has spent his entire life. Lured south of the border by the romance of cowboy life and the promise of a fresh start, Cole and his pal embark on an adventure that will test their resilience, define their maturity, and change their lives forever.
Director
Billy Bob Thornton
Producer
Robert Salerno
Screenwriter
Ted Tally
Distributor
Miramax Films, Sony Pictures Entertainment
Production Co
Miramax Films, Columbia Pictures
Rating
PG-13 (Strong Language|Drug Use|Violence)
Genre
Drama, Romance, Western
Original Language
English
Release Date (Theaters)
Dec 11, 2000, Wide
Release Date (Streaming)
Jan 1, 2013
Box Office (Gross USA)
$15.5M
Runtime
1h 57m
Sound Mix
Dolby Stereo, Dolby A, SDDS, Surround, Dolby Digital, Dolby SR
Aspect Ratio
Flat (1.85:1)
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