description Cat Ballou Overview
Cat Ballou is a 1965 Western comedy featuring Jane Fonda and Lee Marvin. The narrative centers on a woman’s attempts to secure her father's ranch, employing a gunman for protection and revenge before discovering his true nature. The film incorporates musical performances by cast members functioning as a recurring ensemble.
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info Cat Ballou Specifications
| Country | United States |
| Year | 1965 |
help Cat Ballou FAQ
Why does Lee Marvin play two characters in Cat Ballou?
Marvin plays both the drunken former gunfighter Kid Shelleen and the lethal hired gun Tim Strawn. The opposing roles let the film build its central showdown around two comic extremes performed by the same actor.
Did Lee Marvin win an Oscar for Cat Ballou?
Yes. Marvin won the Academy Award for Best Actor for his dual performance, and he famously credited part of the achievement to the horse used in Kid Shelleen's drunken scenes.
Why do Nat King Cole and Stubby Kaye keep appearing in Cat Ballou?
They play wandering balladeers who narrate Cat's story through song like a musical Greek chorus. Cole appears as Shouter and Kaye as the Sunrise Kid.
What turns Cat Ballou from a schoolteacher into an outlaw?
Cat returns home to protect her father Frankie and his ranch from a development company and its hired gun, Tim Strawn. After Frankie is killed, she recruits Kid Shelleen and pursues revenge.
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