Urban Cowboy
"Hard Hat Days And Honky-Tonk Nights."
Originally released in 1980. Urban Cowboy is a drama/romance film. directed by James Bridges. With a runtime of 2h 12m, it's an epic theatrical experience.
Starring John Travolta, Debra Winger, and Scott Glenn
Synopsis
After moving to Pasadena, Texas, country boy Bud Davis starts hanging around a bar called Gilley's, where he falls in love with Sissy, a cowgirl who believes the sexes are equal. They eventually marry, but their relationship is turbulent due to Bud's traditional view of gender roles. Jealousy over his rival leads to their separation, but Bud attempts to win Sissy back by triumphing at Gilley's mechanical bull-riding competition.
Quick Facts
Release Date
June 6, 1980
45 years ago
Runtime
2h 12m
132 minutes total
User Rating
6.4/10
Good (266 votes)
Budget
$10M
Production budget
Box Office
$53.3M
5.3x return
Language
English
Original language
Country
United States of America
Production
Director
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
- Budget
- $10,000,000
- Revenue
- $53,300,000
Production Companies
- Paramount Pictures
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Urban Cowboy about?
After moving to Pasadena, Texas, country boy Bud Davis starts hanging around a bar called Gilley's, where he falls in love with Sissy, a cowgirl who believes the sexes are equal. They eventually ma...
Who directed Urban Cowboy?
Urban Cowboy was directed by James Bridges.
How long is Urban Cowboy?
Urban Cowboy has a runtime of 2 hours and 12 minutes (132 minutes total).
When was Urban Cowboy released?
Urban Cowboy was released on June 6, 1980 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in Urban Cowboy?
The main cast of Urban Cowboy includes John Travolta, Debra Winger, Scott Glenn, Madolyn Smith Osborne, Barry Corbin.
Is Urban Cowboy worth watching?
Urban Cowboy has a user rating of 6.4/10 based on 266 reviews, indicating good reception from audiences.