Bustin' Loose(1981)
“He's mad. He's bad. And he's Bustin' Loose.”
Overview
After ex-con Joe Braxton violates his probation, he is given a second chance. All he has to do is drive a group of special kids across the country.
Director
Oz Scott
Studio
Universal Pictures
Budget
$11M
Revenue
$31M
Cast
Richard Pryor
as Joe Braxton
Cicely Tyson
as Vivian Perry
Angel Ramirez Jr.
as Julio
Jimmy Hughes
as Harold
Edwin DeLeon
as Ernesto
Edwin Kinter
as Anthony
Tami Luchow
as Linda
Janet Wong
as Annie
Alphonso Alexander
as Martin
Kia Cooper
as Samantha
Robert Christian
as Donald
George Coe
as Doctor Wilson T. Renfrew
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Movie Facts
Release Year
1981
Runtime
1h 34m
Language
English
Rating
6.2 / 10
Budget
$11M
Box Office
$31M
Production Companies
Universal Pictures • Richard Pryor Productions
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Frequently Asked Questions
Where can I watch Bustin' Loose?▼
Check the "Where to Watch" section above for current streaming platforms, rental options, and purchase links for Bustin' Loose (1981).
What is Bustin' Loose about?▼
After ex-con Joe Braxton violates his probation, he is given a second chance. All he has to do is drive a group of special kids across the country.
Who directed Bustin' Loose?▼
Bustin' Loose was directed by Oz Scott and released in 1981. It is a comedy, drama film.
How long is Bustin' Loose?▼
Bustin' Loose has a runtime of 1 hours and 34 minutes (94 minutes total).
Who stars in Bustin' Loose?▼
The cast of Bustin' Loose includes Richard Pryor as Joe Braxton, Cicely Tyson as Vivian Perry, Angel Ramirez Jr. as Julio, Jimmy Hughes as Harold, Edwin DeLeon as Ernesto and more.
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