Tombstone (film)

Tombstone
Tombstone
	Theatrical release poster
Directed by	George P. Cosmatos
Written by	Kevin Jarre
Produced by	James Jacks; Sean Daniel; Bob Misiorowski
Starring	Kurt Russell; Val Kilmer; Michael Biehn; Powers Boothe; Robert Burke; Dana Delany; Sam Elliott; Stephen Lang; Joanna Pacula; Bill Paxton; Jason Priestley; Michael Rooker; Jon Tenney; Billy Zane; Charlton Heston;
Cinematography	William A. Fraker
Edited by	Frank J. Urioste; Roberto Silvi; Harvey Rosenstock
Music by	Bruce Broughton
Production; companies	Hollywood Pictures; Cinergi Pictures
Distributed by	Buena Vista Pictures Distribution (North America/South America); Cinergi Productions (International)
Release date	December 25, 1993;
Running time	130 minutes
Country	United States
Language	English
Budget	$25 million
Box office	$73.2 million

Tombstone is a 1993 American Western film directed by George P. Cosmatos, written by Kevin Jarre (who was also the original director, but was replaced early in production^[4]), and starring Kurt Russell and Val Kilmer, with Sam Elliott, Bill Paxton, Powers Boothe, Michael Biehn, and Dana Delany in supporting roles, as well as narration by Robert Mitchum.

The film is loosely based on real events that took place in the 1880s in Southeast Arizona, including the Gunfight at the O.K. Corral and the Earp Vendetta Ride. It depicts several Western outlaws and lawmen, such as Wyatt Earp, William Brocius, Johnny Ringo, and Doc Holliday. Tombstone was released by Hollywood Pictures in theatrical wide release in the United States on December 25, 1993, grossing $73.2 million worldwide. The film was a financial success, and for the Western genre, it ranks number 16 in the list of highest-grossing films since 1979. Six months later, the similarly themed film Wyatt Earp was released with far less commercial success.^[5] Critical reception was generally positive, with the story, directing, and acting receiving praise. Particular praise went towards Val Kilmer's memorable performance as the hard-drinking Doc Holliday. The film has become a cult classic since its release.^[6]

^ "DVD Reviews – Tombstone – Director's Cut & Original Versions". The Digital Bits. Archived from the original on January 1, 2016. Retrieved June 1, 2014.
^ "Tombstone". American Film Institute. Archived from the original on March 26, 2019. Retrieved March 27, 2019.
^ "Tombstone". The Numbers. Archived from the original on November 18, 2011. Retrieved March 15, 2011.
^ Oliver, Myrna (April 27, 2005). "George P. Cosmatos, 64; Director Was Known for Saving Troubled Projects". Los Angeles Times. Archived from the original on January 21, 2012. Retrieved March 15, 2011.
^ "Genres Western 1979–present". Box Office Mojo. Archived from the original on March 2, 2011. Retrieved March 15, 2011.
^ Spangenberger, Phil. "Tombstone 25—A Western Classic's Reunion". True West Magazine. True West Publishing. Archived from the original on March 27, 2019. Retrieved March 27, 2019.

[DigitalBits-1] "DVD Reviews – Tombstone – Director's Cut & Original Versions". The Digital Bits. Archived from the original on January 1, 2016. Retrieved June 1, 2014.

[afi-2] "Tombstone". American Film Institute. Archived from the original on March 26, 2019. Retrieved March 27, 2019.

[3] "Tombstone". The Numbers. Archived from the original on November 18, 2011. Retrieved March 15, 2011.

[4] Oliver, Myrna (April 27, 2005). "George P. Cosmatos, 64; Director Was Known for Saving Troubled Projects". Los Angeles Times. Archived from the original on January 21, 2012. Retrieved March 15, 2011.

[5] "Genres Western 1979–present". Box Office Mojo. Archived from the original on March 2, 2011. Retrieved March 15, 2011.

[6] Spangenberger, Phil. "Tombstone 25—A Western Classic's Reunion". True West Magazine. True West Publishing. Archived from the original on March 27, 2019. Retrieved March 27, 2019.

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