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'The Harder They Fall': 5 things to know about the revenge Western on Netflix

An outlaw, his enemy and a thirst for revenge collide in the wild west as guns are fired and horses are ridden in the desert

Netflix is soon to drop a brand new drama and it looks amazing! 'The Harder They Fall' is set to be the latest addition to the streaming site's list of action-packed movies and fans are already excited to watch.

The Netflix movie is a story of revenge set in the wild, wild west. If you love horses, strong men, and women who come in guns ablazing you're sure to love this flick. With an incredible production and an all-star cast, the movie might be well worth the watch. We will follow Nat Love, an outlaw in his quest for revenge against Rufus Buck who has been newly released as the two face-off in a western-style battle. Here's everything you need to know about the upcoming Netflix movie.

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When does 'The Harder They Fall' release and where to watch it

'The Harder They Fall' is set to release on November 3, 2021, on Netflix.

What is 'The Harder They Fall' about?

The official Netflix synopsis reads, 'When outlaw Nat Love discovers that his enemy is being released from prison he rounds up his gang to track Rufus down and seek revenge. Those riding with him in this assured, righteously new school Western include his former love Stagecoach Mary his right and left-hand men — hot-tempered Bill Pickett and fast drawing Jim Beckwourth—and a surprising adversary-turned-ally. Rufus Buck has his own fearsome crew, including “Treacherous” Trudy Smith and Cherokee Bill, and they are not a group that knows how to lose. 

Who stars in the Netflix drama?

Idris Elba

Idrissa Akuna Elba is an English actor, producer, director and musician. He shortened his first name to "Idris" at school in Canning Town, where he first became involved in acting. Elba's first acting role was in 'Crimewatch' murder reconstructions after which in 1994 he appeared in a BBC children's drama called 'The Boot Street Band'.Following that in 1995, he landed his first significant role on a series called 'Bramwell'. Since then he has gone on to work in numerous movies and shows and is one of the most popular actors. Elba is known for roles including Stringer Bell in the HBO series 'The Wire', DCI John Luther in the BBC One series 'Luther' and Nelson Mandela in the biographical film 'Mandela: Long Walk to Freedom'. In 2016, he was named in the Time 100 list of the Most Influential People in the World. The talented actor is a man of many skills and also performs as a DJ under the moniker DJ Big Driis or Big Driis the Londoner and as an R&B musician. He will play an antagonist in 'The Harder They Fall'.

The movie also stars Jonathan Majors( Lovecraft Country), Zazie Beetz ( Atlanta), Delroy Lindo( The Chicago Code ), LaKeith Stanfield( Get Out), Danielle Deadwyler(Watchmen), Edi Gathegi (Startup ), R.J. Cyler( Me and Earl and the Dying Girl), Damon Wayans Jr (Happy Endings), Deon Cole(Black-ish) and Regina King ( American Crime)

Showrunners

 'The Harder They Fall' is directed by Jeymes Samuel and written by Samuel and Boaz Yakin. It has been produced by Shawn Carter, James Lassiter, Lawrence Bender and Jeymes Samuel.

Trailer

Click below to see what 'The Harder They Fall' has to offer