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The Desperate Miles

The Desperate Miles

A disabled Vietnam vet sets out to prove that disabled people don't have to be helpless by starting a 180-mile trip in a wheelchair. On the way he finds his life is endangered by a deranged truck driver.

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Movie Details

  • Original Title: The Desperate Miles
  • Genres: Drama, TV Movie
  • Release Date: 1975-03-05
  • Runtime: 90 minutes
  • Rating: 0/10 (0 votes)
  • Budget: $0
  • Revenue: $0
  • Production Companies: Universal Television, ABC
  • Status: Released
  • Popularity: 3.5432
  • Languages: English

Cast & Crew

Tony Musante

Tony Musante

as Joe Larkin

Joanna Pettet

Joanna Pettet

as Ruth Merrick

Jeanette Nolan

Jeanette Nolan

as Mrs. Larkin

Lynn Loring

Lynn Loring

as Jill

John Larch

John Larch

as Dr. Bryson

Pepe Serna

Pepe Serna

as Ruiz

Michael Richardson

Michael Richardson

as Ted

Shelly Novack

Shelly Novack

as Lou

Richard Reicheg

Richard Reicheg

as Al

Stacy Keach, Sr.

Stacy Keach, Sr.

as Mr. Rhodes

External Links

Keywords

vietnam veteranwheelchairwheelchair user truck driverman in wheelchair

Frequently Asked Questions

What is The Desperate Miles?

The Desperate Miles is a Drama, TV Movie movie directed by . It was released on 1975-03-05.

Who are the main actors in The Desperate Miles?

The main cast includes Tony Musante, Joanna Pettet, Jeanette Nolan, Lynn Loring, John Larch, .

Where can I watch The Desperate Miles online?

You can check official streaming platforms like Netflix, Amazon Prime, or Disney+ to see if The Desperate Miles is available.

Is The Desperate Miles based on a true story?

No official confirmation about it being based on a true story.

What is the IMDb rating of The Desperate Miles?

The Desperate Miles has an IMDb rating of 0/10 based on 0 votes.

What is the budget and revenue of The Desperate Miles?

The movie had a production budget of $0 and earned $0 at the box office.

Who composed the soundtrack for The Desperate Miles?

The soundtrack was composed by Universal Television, ABC. You can listen to it on music streaming platforms.

Where was The Desperate Miles filmed?

The Desperate Miles was filmed in multiple locations worldwide. You can find official filming locations on IMDb.

How long is The Desperate Miles?

The total runtime of The Desperate Miles is 90 minutes.

Is The Desperate Miles suitable for kids?

The movie is rated Released. Please check parental guidelines before watching.

Will there be a sequel to The Desperate Miles?

There is no official announcement yet for a sequel to The Desperate Miles.

Does The Desperate Miles have a post-credit scene?

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