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The Sugarland Express (1974)

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.

  • Crime
  • Drama
  • Comedy

Top billed cast

  • Photo of Goldie HawnGoldie HawnLou Jean Poplin
  • Photo of William AthertonWilliam AthertonClovis Poplin
  • Photo of Ben JohnsonBen JohnsonCaptain Tanner
  • Photo of Michael SacksMichael SacksSlide
  • Photo of Gregory WalcottGregory WalcottMashburn
  • Photo of Steve KanalySteve KanalyJessup
  • Photo of Louise LathamLouise LathamMrs. Looby
  • Photo of Harrison ZanuckHarrison ZanuckBaby Langston
  • Photo of A.L. CampA.L. CampMr. Nocker
  • Photo of Jessie Lee FultonJessie Lee FultonMrs. Nocker

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