They Shoot Horses, Don't They? (1969)

They Shoot Horses, Don't They? (1969)

People are the ultimate spectacle. 1969-12-10 United States of America 120 Min. PG-13
7.6 317 votes

Overview

In the midst of the Great Depression, manipulative emcee Rocky enlists contestants for a dance marathon offering a $1,500 cash prize. Among them are a failed actress, a middle-aged sailor, a delusional blonde and a pregnant girl.

Cast

Jane Fonda is Gloria Beatty
Gloria Beatty
Michael Sarrazin is Robert Syverton
Robert Syverton
Susannah York is Alice LeBlanc
Alice LeBlanc
Gig Young is Rocky Gravo
Rocky Gravo
Red Buttons is Sailor
Bonnie Bedelia is Ruby Bates
Ruby Bates
Bruce Dern is James Bates
James Bates
Al Lewis is Turkey
Turkey