Ode to Billy Joe(1976)
What the song didn't tell you, the movie will.
Ode to Billy Joe Synopsis
Set in sultry 1950s Mississippi, two teenagers grapple with surging hormones and the enticing promise of love, unknowing of the tragedy that looms ahead.
Ode to Billy Joe (1976) is a drama and romance film directed by Max Baer Jr., released on June 4, 1976 with a runtime of 1h 45m. It stars Robby Benson, Glynnis O'Connor, Joan Hotchkis and Terence Goodman. Viewers rate it 6.2 out of 10 across 37 ratings.
- Director:
- Max Baer Jr.
- Writers:
- Herman Raucher
- Producers:
- Roger Camras, Mark Sussman, Max Baer Jr.
- Cinematographer:
- Michel Hugo
- Composer:
- Michel Legrand
- Production:
- Warner Bros. Pictures
- Budget:
- $1,100,000
- Revenue:
- $27,000,000
- Status:
- Released
Ode to Billy Joe (1976) Trailer
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Ode to Billy Joe Cast & Crew
Main cast
Robby Benson
as Billy Joe McAllister
Glynnis O'Connor
as Bobbie Lee Hartley
Joan Hotchkis
as Anna 'Mama' Hartley
Terence Goodman
as James Hartley
Sandy McPeak
as Glenn 'Papa' Hartley
James Best
as Dewey Barksdale
- Becky Bowen
Becky Bowen
as Becky Thompson
- Simpson Hemphill
Simpson Hemphill
as Brother Taylor
- Rebecca Jernigan
Rebecca Jernigan
as Mrs. Thompson
Key crew
Directed by Max Baer Jr., written by Herman Raucher, produced by Roger Camras, Mark Sussman and Max Baer Jr..
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Ode to Billy Joe Reviews & Ratings
Average viewer score of 6.2/10 from 37 ratings.
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Ode to Billy Joe – Frequently Asked Questions
Where can I watch Ode to Billy Joe online?
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Ode to Billy Joe (1976) is currently available to rent or buy from Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube and Fandango At Home. No subscription streaming option is listed right now, so availability may change.
Who stars in Ode to Billy Joe?
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The main cast of Ode to Billy Joe (1976) includes Robby Benson, Glynnis O'Connor, Joan Hotchkis, Terence Goodman and Sandy McPeak. The film was directed by Max Baer Jr.. You can see the full cast and crew list, with character names, further up this page.
When was Ode to Billy Joe released?
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Ode to Billy Joe was released on June 4, 1976 and runs for 1h 45m.
Is Ode to Billy Joe worth watching?
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Ode to Billy Joe (1976) holds an average rating of 6.2 out of 10 from 37 viewer votes, and is a good pick if you enjoy drama and romance films. Read the viewer reviews on this page to decide for yourself.
Is there a trailer for Ode to Billy Joe?
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Yes. The official Ode to Billy Joe trailer is embedded in the trailer section of this page and plays instantly, no download or sign-up required.