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Ode to Billy Joe

Ode to Billy Joe

What the song didn't tell you, the movie will.

Set in sultry 1950s Mississippi, two teenagers grapple with surging hormones and the enticing promise of love, unknowing of the tragedy that looms ahead.

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Movie Details

  • Original Title: Ode to Billy Joe
  • Genres: Drama, Romance
  • Release Date: 1976-06-04
  • Runtime: 105 minutes
  • Rating: 6.106/10 (33 votes)
  • Budget: $1,100,000
  • Revenue: $27,000,000
  • Production Companies: Warner Bros. Pictures
  • Status: Released
  • Popularity: 2.2436
  • Languages: English

Cast & Crew

Robby Benson

Robby Benson

as Billy Joe McAllister

Glynnis O'Connor

Glynnis O'Connor

as Bobbie Lee Hartley

Joan Hotchkis

Joan Hotchkis

as Anna 'Mama' Hartley

Terence Goodman

Terence Goodman

as James Hartley

Sandy McPeak

Sandy McPeak

as Glenn 'Papa' Hartley

James Best

James Best

as Dewey Barksdale

Becky Bowen

Becky Bowen

as Becky Thompson

Simpson Hemphill

Simpson Hemphill

as Brother Taylor

Rebecca Jernigan

Rebecca Jernigan

as Mrs. Thompson

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Trailers & Clips

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Keywords

sexual identitysexual frustrationmississippi riverbridgecoming of agedollbased on song, poem or rhymeyoung loveteen suicidejumping off a bridgegay themedeep south

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Ode to Billy Joe?

Ode to Billy Joe is a Drama, Romance movie directed by . It was released on 1976-06-04.

Who are the main actors in Ode to Billy Joe?

The main cast includes Robby Benson, Glynnis O'Connor, Joan Hotchkis, Terence Goodman, Sandy McPeak, .

Where can I watch Ode to Billy Joe online?

You can check official streaming platforms like Netflix, Amazon Prime, or Disney+ to see if Ode to Billy Joe is available.

Is Ode to Billy Joe based on a true story?

What the song didn't tell you, the movie will.

What is the IMDb rating of Ode to Billy Joe?

Ode to Billy Joe has an IMDb rating of 6.106/10 based on 33 votes.

What is the budget and revenue of Ode to Billy Joe?

The movie had a production budget of $1,100,000 and earned $27,000,000 at the box office.

Who composed the soundtrack for Ode to Billy Joe?

The soundtrack was composed by Warner Bros. Pictures. You can listen to it on music streaming platforms.

Where was Ode to Billy Joe filmed?

Ode to Billy Joe was filmed in multiple locations worldwide. You can find official filming locations on IMDb.

How long is Ode to Billy Joe?

The total runtime of Ode to Billy Joe is 105 minutes.

Is Ode to Billy Joe suitable for kids?

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

Will there be a sequel to Ode to Billy Joe?

There is no official announcement yet for a sequel to Ode to Billy Joe.

Does Ode to Billy Joe have a post-credit scene?

Some movies include post-credit scenes. Stay till the end to find out!

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