The Bandit
THE BANDIT is a film about 70s superstar Burt Reynolds, his best friend, roommate and stunt-double Hal Needham, and the making of their unlikely smash-hit SMOKEY & THE BANDIT. The film tells the action-packed story of the making of SMOKEY, while tracing the vivid personal journeys of Reynolds and Needham from obscurity to stardom and highlighting one of the most extraordinary relationships in Hollywood history. Featuring new interviews with Reynolds, rare archive material, including footage from Reynolds’ personal archive, as well as candid interviews with the late Hal Needham, the documentary tells an exhilarating and moving story about loyalty, friendship and creative risk.
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Movie Details
- Original Title: The Bandit
- Genres: Documentary
- Release Date: 2016-03-12
- Runtime: 82 minutes
- Rating: 7.8/10 (10 votes)
- Budget: $0
- Revenue: $0
- Production Companies:
- Status: Released
- Popularity: 0.6153
- Languages: English
Cast & Crew
Hal Needham
as Self (archive footage)
Burt Reynolds
as Self
Paul Williams
as Self
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is The Bandit?▼
The Bandit is a Documentary movie directed by . It was released on 2016-03-12.
Who are the main actors in The Bandit?▼
The main cast includes Hal Needham, Burt Reynolds, Paul Williams, .
Where can I watch The Bandit online?▼
You can check official streaming platforms like Netflix, Amazon Prime, or Disney+ to see if The Bandit is available.
Is The Bandit based on a true story?▼
No official confirmation about it being based on a true story.
What is the IMDb rating of The Bandit?▼
The Bandit has an IMDb rating of 7.8/10 based on 10 votes.
What is the budget and revenue of The Bandit?▼
The movie had a production budget of $0 and earned $0 at the box office.
Who composed the soundtrack for The Bandit?▼
The soundtrack was composed by . You can listen to it on music streaming platforms.
Where was The Bandit filmed?▼
The Bandit was filmed in multiple locations worldwide. You can find official filming locations on IMDb.
How long is The Bandit?▼
The total runtime of The Bandit is 82 minutes.
Is The Bandit suitable for kids?▼
The movie is rated Released. Please check parental guidelines before watching.
Will there be a sequel to The Bandit?▼
There is no official announcement yet for a sequel to The Bandit.
Does The Bandit have a post-credit scene?▼
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