The Desperate Miles(1975)
The Desperate Miles Synopsis
A disabled Vietnam vet sets out to prove that disabled people don't have to be helpless by starting a 180-mile trip in a wheelchair. On the way he finds his life is endangered by a deranged truck driver.
The Desperate Miles (1975) is a drama and tv movie film directed by Daniel Haller, released on March 5, 1975 with a runtime of 1h 30m. It stars Tony Musante, Joanna Pettet, Jeanette Nolan and Lynn Loring. Viewers rate it 7.0 out of 10 across 1 ratings.
- Director:
- Daniel Haller
- Writers:
- Arthur A. Ross, Arthur A. Ross, Joel Rogosin
- Producers:
- Robert Greenwald, Frank von Zerneck
- Cinematographer:
- Jack Woolf
- Composer:
- Robert Prince
- Production:
- Universal Television, ABC
- Status:
- Released
The Desperate Miles Cast & Crew
Main cast
Tony Musante
as Joe Larkin
Joanna Pettet
as Ruth Merrick
Jeanette Nolan
as Mrs. Larkin
Lynn Loring
as Jill
John Larch
as Dr. Bryson
Pepe Serna
as Ruiz
- Michael Richardson
Michael Richardson
as Ted
Shelly Novack
as Lou
- Richard Reicheg
Richard Reicheg
as Al
Stacy Keach Sr.
as Mr. Rhodes
John Davis Chandler
as Truck Driver
Kathy Cronkite
Key crew
Directed by Daniel Haller, written by Arthur A. Ross, Arthur A. Ross and Joel Rogosin, produced by Robert Greenwald and Frank von Zerneck.
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The Desperate Miles Reviews & Ratings
Average viewer score of 7.0/10 from 1 ratings.
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The Desperate Miles – Frequently Asked Questions
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Who stars in The Desperate Miles?
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The main cast of The Desperate Miles (1975) includes Tony Musante, Joanna Pettet, Jeanette Nolan, Lynn Loring and John Larch. The film was directed by Daniel Haller. You can see the full cast and crew list, with character names, further up this page.
When was The Desperate Miles released?
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The Desperate Miles was released on March 5, 1975 and runs for 1h 30m.
Is The Desperate Miles worth watching?
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The Desperate Miles (1975) holds an average rating of 7.0 out of 10 from 1 viewer votes, and is a good pick if you enjoy drama and tv movie films. Read the viewer reviews on this page to decide for yourself.