The Sugarland Express

A girl with a great following. Every cop in the state was after her. Everybody else was behind her.

19741h 50m6.6(485 votes)

CrimeDrama

Synopsis

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…

The Sugarland Express (1974) is a crime and drama film directed by Steven Spielberg. It stars Goldie Hawn, William Atherton, and Ben Johnson. The film runs for 1 hour 50 minutes. Audiences have made it well received, with an average score of 6.6 out of 10 from 485 votes.

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Director

Steven Spielberg

Cast

Goldie Hawn

Lou Jean Poplin

William Atherton

Clovis Poplin

Ben Johnson

Captain Tanner

Michael Sacks

Slide

Gregory Walcott

Mashburn

Steve Kanaly

Jessup

Louise Latham

Mrs. Looby

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Frequently Asked Questions About The Sugarland Express

Where can I watch The Sugarland Express?

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Who stars in The Sugarland Express?

The Sugarland Express stars Goldie Hawn, William Atherton, Ben Johnson, and Michael Sacks, and was directed by Steven Spielberg.

How long is The Sugarland Express?

The Sugarland Express has a runtime of 1 hour 50 minutes.

When did The Sugarland Express come out?

The Sugarland Express was released in 1974.

What genre is The Sugarland Express?

The Sugarland Express is a crime and drama film.

Is The Sugarland Express worth watching?

The Sugarland Express holds an average audience score of 6.6 out of 10. The best signal, though, is a recommendation from a friend who shares your taste—FriendsRecommend shows you exactly that.