
Canada 1931: The unsociable trapper Johnson lives for himself in the ice-cold mountains near the Yukon river. During a visit in the town he witnesses a dog-fight. He interrupts the game and buys one of the dogs - almost dead already - for $200 against the owner's will. When the owner Hasel complains to Mountie Sergeant Millen, he refuses to take action. But then the loathing breeder and his friends accuse Johnson of murder. So Millen, although sympathetic, has to try to take ... (Full plot summary below)
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Canada 1931: The unsociable trapper Johnson lives for himself in the ice-cold mountains near the Yukon river. During a visit in the town he witnesses a dog-fight. He interrupts the game and buys one of the dogs - almost dead already - for $200 against the owner's will. When the owner Hasel complains to Mountie Sergeant Millen, he refuses to take action. But then the loathing breeder and his friends accuse Johnson of murder. So Millen, although sympathetic, has to try to take him under arrest - but Johnson defends his freedom in every way possible.
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| Washington PostGary ArnoldSupposedly inspired by an authentic incident in the Northwest Territories 50 years ago, the movie emerges as an exercise in bogus historical evocation, minimal characterization and synthetic conflict. |
| Combustible CelluloidJeffrey M. AndersonA highly enjoyable actioner with no frills. |
| The New York TimesVincent CanbyNothing in Death Hunt makes a great deal of sense, though the scenery is rugged and the snowscapes beautiful. |
| User ReviewT.J. RThis movie is based on real events, Chuck Bronson and Lee Marvin are incredible in this one. |
| User ReviewCraig MLee Marvin and Charles Bronson are at their very best as they match wits in this manhunt set in the Canadian wilderness in 1931. Marvin's performance is outstanding. |
| User ReviewWildom Danother Bronson movie, which means FAWKIN AWESOME! |
| User ReviewWayne RLoved it! Fantastic movie of a true story of "the mad trapper." Strongly recommend that you watch this one! |
| User Reviewmike pCharles Bronson and Lee Marvin whose tough guys roles made them legends, really bring out the action in this film. Hail! Lee Marvin. Right on Charles Bronson. |
| User Reviewb vThis is a great movie based on a true story. also has some great subtle humor in it |
| User ReviewMike MLee Marvin and Charles Bronson in a manhunt showdown? How can you ask for more. Marvin delivers several classic lines just before taking shots of whiskey (his signature). Carl Weathers has some very memorable ones too. Great movie to watch sitting around drinking a few beers. |