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Shoot First… Ask Questions Later 1975

★ 5.731 votes108 min📅 1975-01-17

"A Shoot-Pot Full of Fun to Bust Your Saddle!"

Shoot First… Ask Questions Later (1975) is the final Spaghetti Western from the legendary Sergio Corbucci, blending sharp wit with the rugged charm of the Wild West.

Director: Sergio Corbucci

Cast

Giuliano Gemma
Giuliano Gemma
Blanc de Blanc / Stetson
Tomas Milian
Tomas Milian
Sakura
Eli Wallach
Eli Wallach
Sheriff Edward Gideon / aka Black Jack
Manuel de Blas
Manuel de Blas
Major Donovan
Jacques Berthier
Jacques Berthier
Kelly Butler
Romano Puppo
Romano Puppo
Kady
Nazzareno Zamperla
Nazzareno Zamperla
Sergeant Donovan
Hideo Saito
Yamato
Lorenzo Robledo
Lorenzo Robledo
Cris Huerta
Cris Huerta
Robinson Grasso

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Shoot First… Ask Questions Later (1975) about?

This 1975 Spaghetti Western comedy follows a trio of outlaws—each representing a different color—as they bumble through chaotic schemes and gunfights. Expect plenty of laughs as the film pokes fun at classic Western tropes while delivering action-packed chaos.

Who directed Shoot First… Ask Questions Later?

Sergio Corbucci, the acclaimed Italian director behind gritty Westerns, helmed this final film in the genre with a comedic twist.

Who stars in Shoot First… Ask Questions Later?

The cast stars Giuliano Gemma and Tomas Milian as the leads, with Eli Wallach rounding out the trio of main performers.

Is Shoot First… Ask Questions Later (1975) worth watching?

If you love Spaghetti Westerns or enjoy satirical takes on the genre, this film is a delightful find. Corbucci's direction and the cast's playful energy make it a breezy, entertaining watch for fans of classic Westerns with a twist.

How long is Shoot First… Ask Questions Later?

The film runs for 108 minutes.

About Shoot First… Ask Questions Later (1975) — Corbucci's Last Spaghetti Western Comedy

Shoot First… Ask Questions Later (1975) is the final Spaghetti Western from the legendary Sergio Corbucci, blending sharp wit with the rugged charm of the Wild West. This time, Corbucci trades his usual grit for outright satire, skewering the tropes of the genre with a lighthearted, almost slapstick approach. Set against sun-bleached deserts and dusty towns, the film follows a trio of mismatched outlaws—each representing a different shade of the Western palette—as they stumble into chaotic misadventures. Giuliano Gemma and Tomas Milian lead the charge with charismatic performances, their chemistry driving the story's playful energy. With its cheeky tagline and fast-paced humor, this movie feels like a carnival ride through the clichés of frontier justice.

The atmosphere crackles with the irreverence of a genre in on the joke, where gunfights erupt in unexpected places and heroism is as unpredictable as the desert wind. Corbucci's signature style shines through in the vivid visuals and snappy dialogue, making it a standout even among his own classics. Whether you're a die-hard Spaghetti Western fan or just looking for something fresh and fun, Shoot First… Ask Questions Later delivers a breezy, entertaining ride that balances action with absurdity.