The Sugarland Express
Married small-time crooks Lou-Jean and Clovis Poplin lose their baby to the state of Texas and resolve to do whatever it takes to get him back. Lou-Jean gets Clovis out of jail, and the two steal their son from his foster home, in addition to taking a highway patrolman hostage. As a massive dragnet starts to pursue them across Texas, the couple become unlikely folk heroes and even start to bond with the captive policeman.
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Frequently asked questions about The Sugarland Express
Where can I watch The Sugarland Express in the United States?
The Sugarland Express is not on a subscription streaming service in the United States at the moment, but you can rent or buy it on Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube, and Fandango At Home. Availability is provided by JustWatch and can change over time.
What are the ratings for The Sugarland Express?
The Sugarland Express scores 6.6 on The Movie Database, 6.7 on IMDb, 66% on Rotten Tomatoes, and 73 on Metacritic.
Who stars in The Sugarland Express?
The Sugarland Express stars Goldie Hawn, William Atherton, Ben Johnson, Michael Sacks, and Gregory Walcott. Steven Spielberg is the director.
How long is The Sugarland Express?
The Sugarland Express runs 1h 50m (110 minutes).
When did The Sugarland Express come out?
The Sugarland Express was released on March 31, 1974.
Which studio made The Sugarland Express?
The Sugarland Express was produced by Universal Pictures and The Zanuck/Brown Company in the United States.
What was the budget for The Sugarland Express?
The Sugarland Express was made on a budget of $3,000,000.
How much did The Sugarland Express make at the box office?
The Sugarland Express grossed $12,800,000 worldwide, against a budget of $3,000,000.
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