They Shoot Horses, Don't They? Poster

They Shoot Horses, Don't They?

75.80% | December 10, 1969 | Drama

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.

Featured Crew

Horace McCoy
Novel
James Poe
Screenplay
Sydney Pollack
Director

Cast

Jane Fonda
Jane Fonda
Gloria Beatty
Michael Sarrazin
Michael Sarrazin
Robert Syverton
Susannah York
Susannah York
Alice LeBlanc
Gig Young
Gig Young
Rocky Gravo
Red Buttons
Red Buttons
Sailor