Bite the Bullet

Rousing, based-on-fact Western adventure about a grueling 600-mile horse race at the turn of the century features colorful performances from Gene Hackman, Jan-Michael Vincent, Candice Bergen, and Ben Johnson. Among the 15 wacky racers are a couple of former Rough Riders, a lady of virtue, a sickly cowhand, a juvenile delinquent, and a proper English gentleman. Non-stop actioner from writer/director Richard Brooks co-stars James Coburn, Ian Bannen, Dabney Coleman, and Sally Kirkland. 131 min. Widescreen; Soundtrack: English; isolated music score; theatrical trailer. Region Free