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Ode to Billy Joe

1976Movie1 h 45 minPG

DramaRomance
56
DecentGoodWatch score
IMDb6.6Rotten Tomatoes44%77%
56
DecentGoodWatch score
IMDb6.6Rotten Tomatoes44%77%

Summary

Set in sultry 1950s Mississippi, two teenagers grapple with surging hormones and the enticing promise of love, unknowing of the tragedy that looms ahead.

Good for

  • Teens
  • Thought-provoking
  • Adults

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Not for laughs, scares or adrenaline.

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Cast

6 of 6

Crew

Directed by
Max Baer Jr.
Written by
Herman Raucher
Produced by
Max Baer Jr., Mark Sussman, Roger Camras
Music by
Michel Legrand

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Facts

June 4, 1976 · 1 h 45 min · PG

Released
June 4, 1976
Runtime
1 h 45 min
Age rating
PG
Content
Sexual Content, Suicide Themes, Disturbing Imagery
Genres
Drama, Romance
Original language
English
Made in
United States
Budget
$1 million
Box office
$27 million
Available in
8 countries

Q&A

6 questions, like "Where can I stream Ode to Billy Joe?"

Questions about Ode to Billy Joe

Quick answers from GoodWatch data.

Where can I stream Ode to Billy Joe?

In the United States, you can rent or buy Ode to Billy Joe from Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube, and Fandango At Home. It streams in 1 other country, but not in the United States.

Is Ode to Billy Joe worth watching?

56
DecentGoodWatch score

Opinions are mixed, with a GoodWatch score of 56 (IMDb 6.6 and Rotten Tomatoes 44%). Audiences rate it higher (72 out of 100) than critics (44).

Is Ode to Billy Joe okay for kids?

PGSexual contentSuicide themesDisturbing imagery

Not for young kids: it's rated PG in the United States for sexual content, suicide themes, and disturbing imagery, and the viewing guide lists it for teens and adults.

Is Ode to Billy Joe good for date night?

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It suits a quiet night in as a couple: romance is 8 of 10, but the viewing guide doesn't list it for date night.

Is Ode to Billy Joe plot-driven or character-driven?

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Mostly character-driven: it leans on pathos (9 of 10) and character depth (6 of 10) more than on its plot.

Was Ode to Billy Joe a box office hit?

Budget$1 million
Box office$27 million

Yes, a big one: it cost about $1 million to make and earned $27 million worldwide, 24.5 times its budget.