The Rider (2018)

The Rider (2018) poster

Once a rising star of the rodeo circuit, and a gifted horse trainer, young cowboy Brady is warned that his riding days are over after a horse crushed his skull at a rodeo. In an attempt to regain control of his own fate, Brady undertakes a search for a new identity and what it means to be a man in the heartland of the United States.

Director: Chloé Zhao
Genre: Drama, Western
Runtime: 103 min
Release Date:

Cast

Screenplay

Music: Nathan Halpern
Cinematography: Joshua James Richards
Editing: Alex O'Flinn
Production: Highwayman Films, Altitude Film Entertainment, Caviar
Country: United Kingdom, United States of America
Language: English
Original Language: en

Themes

Classic Western Stories

Keywords

rodeo, horseback riding, horse, riding accident, head injury, sioux, cowboy, native american reservation, lasso, hook for a hand, south dakota, disabled person

Trailer

The Rider Trailer

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is The Rider about?
Once a rising star of the rodeo circuit, and a gifted horse trainer, young cowboy Brady is warned that his riding days are over after a horse crushed his skull at a rodeo. In an attempt to regain control of his own fate, Brady undertakes a search for a new identity and what it means to be a man in the heartland of the United States.
Who directed The Rider?
The Rider was directed by Chloé Zhao.
Who stars in The Rider?
The Rider stars Brady Jandreau, Tim Jandreau, Lilly Jandreau, Cat Clifford, Terri Dawn Pourier, Lane Scott.
How long is The Rider?
The Rider has a runtime of 1h 43m (103 minutes).
What genre is The Rider?
The Rider is a Drama, Western film.
Where was The Rider produced?
The Rider was produced in United Kingdom, United States of America.
What are the themes of The Rider?
The themes of The Rider include: Classic Western Stories.