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Heaven's Gate (1980)

Harvard graduate James Averill serves as the sheriff of prosperous Jackson County, Wyo., standing at the center of a conflict between impoverished immigrants and affluent cattle farmers. Politically connected ranchers enlist mercenary Nathan Champion—who is also vying for the affections of local madam Ella Watson—to combat the immigrant uprising. As tensions escalate, both Averill and Champion start to question their decisions.

  • Drama
  • Western

Top billed cast

  • Photo of Kris KristoffersonKris KristoffersonJames Averill
  • Photo of Christopher WalkenChristopher WalkenNathan D. Champion
  • Photo of John HurtJohn HurtBilly Irvine
  • Photo of Sam WaterstonSam WaterstonFrank Canton
  • Photo of Brad DourifBrad DourifMr. Eggleston
  • Photo of Isabelle HuppertIsabelle HuppertElla Watson
  • Photo of Joseph CottenJoseph CottenThe Reverend Doctor
  • Photo of Jeff BridgesJeff BridgesJohn L. Bridges
  • Photo of Ronnie HawkinsRonnie HawkinsMajor Wolcott
  • Photo of Paul KosloPaul KosloMayor Charlie Lezak

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