The Grey Fox
1982, Western, 1h 32m
29 Reviews 500+ RatingsWhat to know
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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. Read critic reviews
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Bill Miner, George Edwards
Katherine 'Kate' Flynn
Shorty (William) Dunn
Jack Budd, Hotel Manager
Sergeant Fernie
Pinkerton Detective Seavy
Critic Reviews for The Grey Fox
All Critics (29) | Top Critics (3) | Fresh (29)
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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.
June 3, 2020 | Rating: 3.5/4 | Full Review… -
Lyrical and almost rapturous. Farnsworth is extraordinary.
May 29, 2020 | Full Review… -
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.
October 23, 2004 | Rating: 3.5/4 | Full Review… -
The Grey Fox is sizzling with an indistinct charm in that it's a film that exists on its own terms.
June 23, 2020 | Full Review… -
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.
June 18, 2020 | Rating: 4/4 | Full Review… -
Beyond its other pleasures, it's also a testament to the talent of first-time feature director Philip Borsos...
June 12, 2020 | Full Review…
Audience Reviews for The Grey Fox
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Jan 20, 2010Finally saw it thanks to TIFF's recent 30th anniversary airing. Unfortunately what could be Canada's greatest film is caught up on a poor distribution deal and hadn't been aired in decades. Despite damage to the original film, this one sparkles particularly due to the performances. Farnsworth steals the show as the train robber that we want to see succeed.John B Super Reviewer
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May 25, 2008one of the great Canadian moviesAdam M Super Reviewer
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