W.W. and the Dixie Dancekings
"Back in 1957, sweet-talking W.W. lived in a '55 Olds, loved bubble gum, Errol Flynn, country music, fried chicken, robbing filling stations, and a girl named Dixie. Not necessarily in that order."
Originally released in 1975. W.W. and the Dixie Dancekings is a comedy/drama film. directed by John G. Avildsen.
Starring Burt Reynolds, Conny Van Dyke, and Jerry Reed
Synopsis
W.W. Bright is a robber with a heart of gold who travels the South knocking off banks and gas stations owned by a corrupt businessman. When he hijacks a car, he meets an aspiring country band, the Dixie Dancekings, led by Dixie. The two sides eventually take a liking to one another, especially after the Dancekings realize the size of Bright's thefts. Trailed by religious zealot cop Deacon Gore, Bright helps the band make it big while on the run.
Quick Facts
Release Date
May 21, 1975
50 years ago
Runtime
1h 31m
91 minutes total
User Rating
5.9/10
Mixed (11 votes)
Language
English
Original language
Country
United States of America
Production
Director
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Production Companies
- 20th Century Fox
- Triangle Productions
Frequently Asked Questions
What is W.W. and the Dixie Dancekings about?
W.W. Bright is a robber with a heart of gold who travels the South knocking off banks and gas stations owned by a corrupt businessman. When he hijacks a car, he meets an aspiring country band, the ...
Who directed W.W. and the Dixie Dancekings?
W.W. and the Dixie Dancekings was directed by John G. Avildsen.
How long is W.W. and the Dixie Dancekings?
W.W. and the Dixie Dancekings has a runtime of 1 hours and 31 minutes (91 minutes total).
When was W.W. and the Dixie Dancekings released?
W.W. and the Dixie Dancekings was released on May 21, 1975 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in W.W. and the Dixie Dancekings?
The main cast of W.W. and the Dixie Dancekings includes Burt Reynolds, Conny Van Dyke, Jerry Reed, Ned Beatty, James Hampton.