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Still from White Lightning — White Lightning (1973) — Joseph SargentPhotographed by Edward Rosson

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Joseph Sargent

White Lightning

English / 1973 / 1h 41m

Not streamingNot currently on the Criterion Channel.

Crime Drama Action

Letterboxd: 3.29/5·7.7K ratings·2K reviewson Letterboxd
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Synopsis

An ex-con teams up with federal agents to help them with breaking up a moonshine ring.

Included in
’70s Car Movies
Position 9
Included in
September 2023
Position 103

Credits

Crew

DirectorJoseph Sargent

WriterWilliam W. Norton

CinematographerEdward Rosson

ComposerCharles Bernstein

EditorGeorge Jay Nicholson

ProducerArthur Gardner, Jules V. Levy, Arnold Laven

Cast

Burt Reynoldsas Bobby "Gator" McKlusky

Jennifer Billingsleyas Lou

Ned Beattyas Sheriff J.C. Connors

Bo Hopkinsas Ray Boone

Matt Clarkas Dude Watson

Louise Lathamas Martha Culpepper

Diane Laddas Maggie

R.G. Armstrongas Big Bear

Conlan Carteras Deputy

Dabbs Greeras Pa McKlusky

Lincoln Demyanas Warden

John Steadmanas Skeeter

Iris Kornas Ma McKlusky

Stephanie Burchfieldas Jenny

Barbara Mülleras Louella

Robert Ginnavenas Harvey

Fay Martinas Sister Linda Fay

Richard Allinas Treasury Agent

Bill Bondas Treasury Agent

Sherry Boucheras Sherry Lynne

White Lightning (1973) | Criteria