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Back Roads

1981Movie1 h 34 minR

41

WeakGoodWatch score

41

WeakGoodWatch score

Rotten Tomatoes

Summary

A prostitute and a drifter find themselves bound together as they make their way through the rural South, doing what they have to do to survive.

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Thought-provoking
Adults

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Not for laughs, warmth or scares.

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Directed by: Martin Ritt
Written by: Gary DeVore
Produced by: Ronald Shedlo
Music by: Henry Mancini

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March 13, 1981 · 1 h 34 min · R

Released: March 13, 1981
Runtime: 1 h 34 min
Age rating: R
Content: Violence, Sexual Content, Strong Language, Drug Use
Genres: Comedy, Romance
Original language: English
Made in: United States
Box office: $12 million
Available in: 22 countries

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Where can I stream Back Roads?

In the United States, you can rent or buy Back Roads from Apple TV Store and Fandango At Home. It streams in 1 other country, but not in the United States.

Is Back Roads worth watching?

41

WeakGoodWatch score

Reviews are weak, with a GoodWatch score of 41 (IMDb 5.7, Rotten Tomatoes 40%, and Metacritic 48).

Will Back Roads make me laugh?

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Not much for a comedy: the title analysis gives its humor 0 of 4.

Is Back Roads good for date night?

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It suits a quiet night in as a couple: romance is 7 of 10, but the viewing guide doesn't list it for date night.