Roughnecks
“Oil for Profits - Women for Love!”
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Ida McBride decides to drill for oil on her ranch, against her son Tom's wishes. A contentious crew of wildcatters arrives, including a stalwart drilling magnate, his tool-pusher and a young roughneck associate, who endeavor to save the ranching empire by trying to bring in a methane gas well.
Cast
Cathy Lee Crosby
as Tracy Carter
Steve Forrest
as Paul Marshall
Stephen McHattie
as Roy Bethke
Sam Melville
as O'Dell Hartman
Vera Miles
as Ida McBride
Harry Morgan
as Plug Champion
Wilford Brimley
as Willie Clayton
A Martinez
as Sal Espinoza
Ana Alicia
as Yolanda Suarez
Kevin Geer
as Tom McBride
Andrew Rubin
as George Harris
Sarah Rush
as Carol McBride
Timothy Scott
as Boone Maddox
Rockne Tarkington
as Lenny Booker
Luise Heath
as Linda Booker
Janice Carroll
as Nurse
William Marquez
as Manuel
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Stream Roughnecks online free in HD on Bowood.TV. A well-rated tv movie, drama, and adventure movie originally produced in English and released in 1980, it's earned a solid 7.0/10 from 2 viewers worldwide.
About Roughnecks
“Oil for Profits - Women for Love!”
Ida McBride decides to drill for oil on her ranch, against her son Tom's wishes. A contentious crew of wildcatters arrives, including a stalwart drilling magnate, his tool-pusher and a young roughneck associate, who endeavor to save the ranching empire by trying to bring in a methane gas well. Running 180 minutes.
Roughnecks Cast and Characters
The cast features Cathy Lee Crosby (as Tracy Carter), Steve Forrest (as Paul Marshall), Stephen McHattie (as Roy Bethke), Sam Melville (as O'Dell Hartman), and Vera Miles (as Ida McBride). Their performances are a major reason Roughnecks has built such a passionate audience.
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▶ Watch Roughnecks NowWhy People Are Watching Roughnecks
Roughnecks flies under the radar but it deserves your attention. What makes it work is emotional weight that hits where it counts. If you enjoy English storytelling that doesn't follow the same tired beats, this is the kind of film you'll end up recommending to friends.
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Where can I watch Roughnecks online for free?
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How long is Roughnecks?
Roughnecks runs for 180 minutes (about 3 hours).
Is Roughnecks good? What's the rating?
Roughnecks holds a 7.0/10 rating based on 2 reviews — well above average.
Who is in the cast of Roughnecks?
The main cast includes Cathy Lee Crosby, Steve Forrest, Stephen McHattie, and Sam Melville, plus a strong supporting ensemble.
Is Roughnecks available in English?
Yes — Roughnecks was originally produced in English and that's the version you'll stream here on Bowood.TV.
When was Roughnecks released?
Roughnecks was released in 1980.
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Where can I watch Roughnecks for free?
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What is Roughnecks about?
Roughnecks is a TV Movie/Drama English-language film. Ida McBride decides to drill for oil on her ranch, against her son Tom's wishes. A contentious crew of wildcatters arrives, including a stalwart drilling magnate, his tool-pusher and a young roughneck associate, who endeavor to save the ranching empire by trying to bring in a methane gas well.
When was Roughnecks released?
Roughnecks was released on July 15, 1980. It has a runtime of 3h 0m. The film was produced by Rattlesnake Productions.
Who stars in Roughnecks?
Roughnecks stars Cathy Lee Crosby, Steve Forrest, Stephen McHattie and Sam Melville. The full cast list is available in the Cast section above.
Is Roughnecks available in HD?
Yes, Roughnecks is available to stream in high definition (HD) on Bowood.TV. Our players automatically deliver the best quality your connection supports — no extra setup needed.