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Honky Tonk Freeway

  • 19811981
  • PGPG
  • 1h 47m
IMDb RATING
5.2/10
1.1K
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Honky Tonk Freeway (1981)
A satire of American progression in which a mayor tries to bribe an official to ensure a ramp connects Ticlaw to an up-and-coming intrastate. When his plan fails, the town residents are forced to take matters into their own hands.
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A satire of American progression in which a mayor tries to bribe an official to ensure a ramp connects Ticlaw to an up-and-coming intrastate. When his plan fails, the town residents are forc... Read allA satire of American progression in which a mayor tries to bribe an official to ensure a ramp connects Ticlaw to an up-and-coming intrastate. When his plan fails, the town residents are forced to take matters into their own hands.A satire of American progression in which a mayor tries to bribe an official to ensure a ramp connects Ticlaw to an up-and-coming intrastate. When his plan fails, the town residents are forced to take matters into their own hands.

IMDb RATING
5.2/10
1.1K
YOUR RATING
  • Director
    • John Schlesinger
  • Writer
    • Edward Clinton
  • Stars
    • David Rasche
    • Paul Jabara
    • Howard Hesseman
Top credits
  • Director
    • John Schlesinger
  • Writer
    • Edward Clinton
  • Stars
    • David Rasche
    • Paul Jabara
    • Howard Hesseman
  • See production, box office & company info
    • 22User reviews
    • 22Critic reviews
  • See more at IMDbPro
    • Awards
      • 4 nominations

    Videos1

    Trailer
    Trailer 2:42
    Trailer

    Photos8

    Honky Tonk Freeway (1981)
    Honky Tonk Freeway (1981)
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    Peter Billingsley in Honky Tonk Freeway (1981)
    Beverly D'Angelo in Honky Tonk Freeway (1981)
    Beverly D'Angelo and Beau Bridges in Honky Tonk Freeway (1981)
    Beverly D'Angelo and Beau Bridges in Honky Tonk Freeway (1981)

    Top cast

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    David Rasche
    David Rasche
    • Eddie Whiteas Eddie White
    Paul Jabara
    Paul Jabara
    • T.J. Tupusas T.J. Tupus
    Howard Hesseman
    Howard Hesseman
    • Snapperas Snapper
    Teri Garr
    Teri Garr
    • Erickaas Ericka
    Jenn Thompson
    • Deliaas Delia
    Peter Billingsley
    Peter Billingsley
    • Little Billyas Little Billy
    Beau Bridges
    Beau Bridges
    • Duane Hansenas Duane Hansen
    Beverly D'Angelo
    Beverly D'Angelo
    • Carmen Odessa Shelbyas Carmen Odessa Shelby
    Daniel Stern
    Daniel Stern
    • Hitchhikeras Hitchhiker
    Sandra McCabe
    • Prostituteas Prostitute
    Celia Weston
    Celia Weston
    • Graceas Grace
    Deborah Rush
    Deborah Rush
    • Sister Mary Magdaleneas Sister Mary Magdalene
    Geraldine Page
    Geraldine Page
    • Sister Mary Clariseas Sister Mary Clarise
    George Dzundza
    George Dzundza
    • Eugeneas Eugene
    Joe Grifasi
    Joe Grifasi
    • Osvaldoas Osvaldo
    Hume Cronyn
    Hume Cronyn
    • Shermas Sherm
    Jessica Tandy
    Jessica Tandy
    • Carolas Carol
    Frances Lee McCain
    Frances Lee McCain
    • Claire Caloas Claire Calo
    • (as Francis Lee McCain)
    • Director
      • John Schlesinger
    • Writer
      • Edward Clinton
    • Production, box office & more at IMDbPro
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    Storyline

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    Ticlaw, a small town in Florida, has only one attraction: a safari park. The government constructs a freeway that passes near Ticlaw, but decides not to put an exit into the town. The people of Ticlaw, led by its Mayor, will do anything in order to convince the governor to alter the project. —Michel Rudoy <mdrc@hp9000a1.uam.mx>
    • slimehouse
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    • florida
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    • Taglines
      • PROMISES ARE MADE IN HEAVEN - But carried out on Earth
    • Genres
      • Action
      • Comedy
    • Certificate
      • PG
    • Parents guide

    Did you know

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    • Trivia
      The entire town of Mount Dora, Florida, was painted pink for this picture.
    • Goofs
      During the scene where the orphans are being shown the petting zoo, a crew member or the director can be heard giving the cue to "Scream! Scream! Ricky!" as the children become afraid of the white horse they've mistaken for "Ricky the Carnivorous Pony."
    • Quotes

      Duane Hansen: I love you.

      Carmen Odessa Shelby: Oh Duane, you don't even know me. I've slept with over three hundred men.

      Duane Hansen: Everyone has their faults.

      Carmen Odessa Shelby: Three hundred men? In Paducah, Kentucky? Duane, wasn't easy.

      Duane Hansen: It's an accomplishment.

      Carmen Odessa Shelby: No, Duane, it's a problem. It's a real problem. I'm like Ricky the Carnivorous Pony in respect to men.

      Duane Hansen: I love you, I need you, and I wanna make you happy, that's all.

      Carmen Odessa Shelby: Oh, I don't know if that's what I really want out of life.

    • Connections
      Featured in No Small Parts: Anne Ramsey (2014)
    • Soundtracks
      Honky Tonk Freeway
      Written by Steve Dorff and Milton Brown
      Performed by Russell Smith

    User reviews22

    Review
    Top review
    9/10
    Good Laugh
    I remember watching this movie over and over again when I was a kid. I loved it. Whilst I haven't watched it recently, I am sure I would enjoy it just the same today. Its a very light funny movie guaranteed to make anyone laugh. The situations with each one of the characters were so funny and imaginative! I particularly liked the one with the girl traveling with her mother's ashes (who ends up picking them up on the highway after the explosion) , the robbers and the nuns. This nice humour style is much missed these days. Also, this movie proved that actor Paul Keenan (Dynasty/Days of our Lives) was off to a great start. I recommend it to anyone lucky enough to find it in their local video shop.
    helpful•14
    4
    • HL-UK
    • Oct 9, 2004

    Details

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    • Release date
      • August 21, 1981 (United States)
    • Countries of origin
      • United States
      • United Kingdom
    • Language
      • English
    • Also known as
      • Honkytonk Freeway
    • Filming locations
      • New York City, New York, USA
    • Production companies
      • EMI Films
      • Honky Tonk Freeway Company
      • Kendon Films
    • See more company credits at IMDbPro

    Box office

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    • Budget
      • $24,000,000 (estimated)
    • Gross US & Canada
      • $2,004,742
    • Opening weekend US & Canada
      • $939,423
      • Aug 23, 1981
    • Gross worldwide
      • $2,004,742
    See detailed box office info on IMDbPro

    Technical specs

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    • Runtime
      1 hour 47 minutes
    • Sound mix
      • Stereo
    • Aspect ratio
      • 1.85 : 1

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