Urban Cowboy
After moving to Pasadena, Texas, country boy Bud Davis starts hanging around a bar called Gilley's, where he falls in love with Sissy, a cowgirl who believes the sexes are equal. They eventually marry, but their relationship is turbulent due to Bud's traditional view of gender roles. Jealousy over his rival leads to their separation, but Bud attempts to win Sissy back by triumphing at Gilley's mechanical bull-riding competition.
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Frequently asked questions about Urban Cowboy
Where can I watch Urban Cowboy in the United States?
Urban Cowboy is available to stream on Hoopla and YouTube Free in the United States, and to rent or buy on Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube, and Fandango At Home. Streaming availability is provided by JustWatch and can change over time.
Can I watch Urban Cowboy for free?
Urban Cowboy streams free with ads in the United States on Hoopla and YouTube Free. A subscription is not required, though the service may ask you to register.
What are the ratings for Urban Cowboy?
Urban Cowboy scores 6.5 on The Movie Database.
Who stars in Urban Cowboy?
Urban Cowboy stars John Travolta, Debra Winger, Scott Glenn, Madolyn Smith Osborne, and Barry Corbin. James Bridges is the director.
How long is Urban Cowboy?
Urban Cowboy runs 2h 12m (132 minutes).
When did Urban Cowboy come out?
Urban Cowboy was released on June 6, 1980.
Which studio made Urban Cowboy?
Urban Cowboy was produced by Paramount Pictures in the United States.
What was the budget for Urban Cowboy?
Urban Cowboy was made on a budget of $10,000,000.
How much did Urban Cowboy make at the box office?
Urban Cowboy grossed $53,300,000 worldwide, against a budget of $10,000,000.
Ratings and streaming availability are aggregated from third-party sources; metadata from The Movie Database (TMDB), streaming data from JustWatch. This product uses the TMDB API but is not endorsed or certified by TMDB. Streaming availability checked September 2026.