
The Sugarland Express
A girl with a great following. Every cop in the state was after her. Everybody else was behind her.
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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Movie Details
- Original Title: The Sugarland Express
- Genres: Crime, Drama, Comedy
- Release Date: 1974-03-31
- Runtime: 110 minutes
- Rating: 6.599/10 (419 votes)
- Budget: $3,000,000
- Revenue: $12,800,000
- Production Companies: Universal Pictures, The Zanuck/Brown Company
- Status: Released
- Popularity: 1.4845
- Languages: English
Cast & Crew

Goldie Hawn
as Lou Jean Poplin

William Atherton
as Clovis Poplin

Ben Johnson
as Captain Tanner

Michael Sacks
as Slide

Gregory Walcott
as Mashburn

Steve Kanaly
as Jessup

Louise Latham
as Mrs. Looby

Harrison Zanuck
as Baby Langston

A.L. Camp
as Mr. Nocker

Jessie Lee Fulton
as Mrs. Nocker
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is The Sugarland Express?▼
The Sugarland Express is a Crime, Drama, Comedy movie directed by . It was released on 1974-03-31.
Who are the main actors in The Sugarland Express?▼
The main cast includes Goldie Hawn, William Atherton, Ben Johnson, Michael Sacks, Gregory Walcott, .
Where can I watch The Sugarland Express online?▼
You can check official streaming platforms like Netflix, Amazon Prime, or Disney+ to see if The Sugarland Express is available.
Is The Sugarland Express based on a true story?▼
A girl with a great following. Every cop in the state was after her. Everybody else was behind her.
What is the IMDb rating of The Sugarland Express?▼
The Sugarland Express has an IMDb rating of 6.599/10 based on 419 votes.
What is the budget and revenue of The Sugarland Express?▼
The movie had a production budget of $3,000,000 and earned $12,800,000 at the box office.
Who composed the soundtrack for The Sugarland Express?▼
The soundtrack was composed by Universal Pictures, The Zanuck/Brown Company. You can listen to it on music streaming platforms.
Where was The Sugarland Express filmed?▼
The Sugarland Express was filmed in multiple locations worldwide. You can find official filming locations on IMDb.
How long is The Sugarland Express?▼
The total runtime of The Sugarland Express is 110 minutes.
Is The Sugarland Express suitable for kids?▼
The movie is rated Released. Please check parental guidelines before watching.
Will there be a sequel to The Sugarland Express?▼
There is no official announcement yet for a sequel to The Sugarland Express.
Does The Sugarland Express have a post-credit scene?▼
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