Back Roads
“Running from the past, and backing into love.”
A prostitute and a drifter find themselves bound together as they make their way through the rural South, doing what they have to do to survive.
Where to watch Back Roads in United States
Can I watch Back Roads in United States? Back Roads isn't on subscription streaming in United States right now, but you can rent or buy it on Amazon Video and Apple TV Store.
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Where is Back Roads streaming around the world?
| Country | Streaming on | Rent / Buy |
|---|---|---|
| United States | — | Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Fandango At Home |
| India | — | Amazon Video |
| United Kingdom | — | Apple TV Store, Amazon Video |
| Canada | — | Apple TV Store, Amazon Video |
| Australia | — | Apple TV Store, Amazon Video |
About Back Roads
Back Roads is a 1981 English-language comedy and romance film directed by Martin Ritt. The cast is led by Sally Field, Tommy Lee Jones, David Keith. It has a runtime of 1h 34m. In United States, it is available to rent or buy on Amazon Video and Apple TV Store.
Back Roads was produced by CBS Theatrical Films and Meta-Films Associates and made in United States of America. It was released on March 13, 1981, and carries a R certification. At the box office it grossed around $12 million worldwide.
- Director
- Martin Ritt
- Writers
- Gary DeVore
- Release date
- March 13, 1981
- Original language
- English
- Age rating
- R
- Status
- Released
- Country
- United States of America
- Box office
- $12 million
- Production
- CBS Theatrical Films, Meta-Films Associates
Back Roads cast & crew
Back Roads was directed by Martin Ritt and written by Gary DeVore.
The cast features Sally Field as Amy Post, Tommy Lee Jones as Elmore Pratt, David Keith as Mason, M. Emmet Walsh as Arthur, Michael V. Gazzo as Tazio, and Nell Carter as Waitress.
Behind the camera, the score was composed by Henry Mancini, cinematography is by John A. Alonzo, and it was produced by Ronald Shedlo.
Is Back Roads worth watching?
At 1h 34m, it's an easy, time-light watch.
If you enjoy comedy and romance, Back Roads is worth a place on your watchlist.
How and where to watch Back Roads
Back Roads isn't on a subscription service in United States right now, but you can rent or buy it on Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, and Fandango At Home.
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Cast of Back Roads
Sally Field
Amy Post
Tommy Lee Jones
Elmore Pratt
David Keith
Mason
M. Emmet Walsh
Arthur
Michael V. Gazzo
Tazio
Nell Carter
Waitress
Royce D. Applegate
The Father
Don 'Red' Barry
Pete
Billy Jayne
The Boy Thief
Brian Frishman
Bleitz
Dan Shor
Spivey
Barbara Babcock
Rickey's Mom
Back Roads — FAQs
▸Where can I watch Back Roads in United States?
Back Roads is not on subscription streaming in United States right now, but you can rent or buy it on Amazon Video and Apple TV Store and Fandango At Home.
▸What language is Back Roads in?
Back Roads is originally in English. Subtitle and dub options vary by streaming service.
▸How long is Back Roads?
Back Roads runs 1 hours 34 minutes (94 minutes).
▸What is Back Roads rated?
Back Roads is rated R. It holds a 5.4/10 audience score from 30 ratings.
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