Ride in the Whirlwind

Jack Nicholson wrote and co-stars in this action-packed western about three wandering cowboys who are mistaken for criminals. After they hole up with a band of outlaws for the night, Wes (Nicholson), Vern (Cameron Mitchell), and Otis (Tom Filer) quickly find that the posse that's after the crooks would just as soon see them hanged as well. With Millie Perkins, Katherine Squire, and an early appearance by Harry Dean Stanton; directed by Monte Hellman. 82 min. Standard; Soundtrack: English.