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Thunder Road (1958)

"More Savage Than The Tommy-Gun Massacre of the Roaring Twenties...TODAY'S BILLION-DOLLAR WHISKEY WAR!"

6.019581h 32mEN
CrimeActionThriller

Directed by Arthur Ripley

Rating

6.0/10

Runtime

1h 32m

Language

EN

Release

May 10, 1958

Director

Arthur Ripley

Official Trailer

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Overview

Unrepentant Tennessee moonshine runner Luke Doolin makes dangerous high-speed deliveries for his liquor-producing father, Vernon, but won't let his younger brother Robin join the family business. Under pressure from both out-of-town gangster Kogan, who wants a piece of the local action, and Treasury...

Cast

Robert Mitchum

Robert Mitchum

Lucas Doolin

Gene Barry

Gene Barry

Troy Barrett

Jacques Aubuchon

Jacques Aubuchon

Carl Kogan

Keely Smith

Keely Smith

Francie Wymore

Trevor Bardette

Trevor Bardette

Vernon Doolin

Sandra Knight

Sandra Knight

Roxanna Ledbetter

James Mitchum

James Mitchum

Robin Doolin

Betsy Holt

Betsy Holt

Mary Barrett (uncredited)

Francis Koon

Francis Koon

Sarah Doolin (uncredited)

Randy Sparks

Randy Sparks

Guitarist (uncredited)

Mitchell Ryan

Mitchell Ryan

Jed 'Jess' Moultrie (uncredited)

Peter Breck

Peter Breck

Stacey Gouge (uncredited)

Introduction

In this latest movie review, we dive deep into Thunder Road (1958), exploring its intricate plot and standout performances that have everyone talking.

Unrepentant Tennessee moonshine runner Luke Doolin makes dangerous high-speed deliveries for his liquor-producing father, Vernon, but won't let his younger brother Robin join the family business. Under pressure from both out-of-town gangster Kogan, who wants a piece of the local action, and Treasury agent Barrett, who wants to destroy the moonshine business, Luke fights for his fast-fading way of life.

🛑 Story ExplainedSpoiler Warning

Our story explained section breaks down the complex narrative of Thunder Road. The full story follows a progression that challenges typical tropes, leading to a climax that requires careful analysis.

🏆 Final Verdict

5 / 5 Stars

A triumphant piece of cinema that blends gripping narrative with breathtaking visuals.

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