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Smokey and the Bandit II

Poster for the movie "Smokey and the Bandit II"
Poster for the movie "Smokey and the Bandit II"

Smokey and the Bandit II (1980)

PG 100 min - Action, Comedy - 15 August 1980
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The Bandit goes on another cross-country run, transporting an elephant from Florida to Texas. And, once again, Sheriff Buford T. Justice is on his tail.

Director:  Hal Needham
Writers:  Jerry Belson, Brock Yates
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The Cannonball Run

Poster for the movie "The Cannonball Run"
Poster for the movie "The Cannonball Run"

The Cannonball Run (1981)

PG 95 min - Comedy, Action - 19 June 1981
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A cross-country road race is based on an actual event, the Cannonball Baker Sea to Shining Sea Memorial Trophy Dash, organized by Brock Yates to protest the 55 mph speed limit then in effect in the U.S. The Cannonball was named for Erwin G. "Cannonball" Baker, who in the roaring 20's rode his motorcycle across the country. Many of the characters are based on ruses developed by real Cannonball racers over the several years that the event was run.

Director:  Hal Needham
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