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: 6.3/10 (31 votes)
- Budget: $1,100,000
- Revenue: $27,000,000
- Production Companies: Warner Bros. Pictures
- Status: Released
- Popularity: 0.497
- Languages: English
Cast & Crew
Robby Benson
as Billy Joe McAllister
Glynnis O'Connor
as Bobbie Lee Hartley
Joan Hotchkis
as Anna 'Mama' Hartley
Terence Goodman
as James Hartley
Sandy McPeak
as Glenn 'Papa' Hartley
James Best
as Dewey Barksdale
Becky Bowen
as Becky Thompson
Simpson Hemphill
as Brother Taylor
Rebecca Jernigan
as Mrs. Thompson
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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 6.3/10 based on 31 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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