Jackson County Jail 1976
“The cops are there to protect her… but who will protect her from the cops?”
What is Jackson County Jail?
Jackson County Jail is a 1976 crime and drama film directed by Michael Miller with a runtime of 1 hour and 24 minutes. The story follows a young woman driving cross-country from California to New York who stumbles into a nightmare land of hijacking and humiliation.
- Type
- Film
- Year
- 1976
- Status
- Released
- Runtime
- 84 minutes
- Release date
- Mar 31, 1976
- Studios
- New World Pictures
- Genres
- Crime, Drama
- Updated
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Overview
Jackson County Jail is a 1976 crime and drama film directed by Michael Miller with a runtime of 1 hour and 24 minutes. The story follows a young woman driving cross-country from California to New York who stumbles into a nightmare land of hijacking and humiliation.
The film features a cast including Yvette Mimieux, Tommy Lee Jones, Lisa Copeland, Cliff Emmich, and Michael Ashe, and it later inspired a 1997 remake titled Macon County Jail starring Ally Sheedy and David Carradine.
Should you watch it?
“A cross-country road trip turns into a terrifying nightmare of hijacking and humiliation.”
- Features performances by actors such as Yvette Mimieux and Tommy Lee Jones.
- Explores a dark cross-country journey filled with unexpected danger and suspense.
- Was later remade in 1997 as Macon County Jail starring Ally Sheedy and David Carradine.
- The dark themes of hijacking and humiliation might not appeal to all viewers.
Watch it if you are interested in a 1976 crime and drama film exploring a harrowing cross-country nightmare.
The film carries an R rating and presents a tense tone dealing with crime and drama themes.
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Where to stream Jackson County Jail?
Streaming availability is listed on platforms like The Movie Database under the Watch Now section, though options may vary by region.
Is Jackson County Jail worth watching?
It holds a user score and a 60 percent rating on ČSFD, making it a notable 1976 crime drama for fans of the genre.
What is the runtime of Jackson County Jail?
The film has a total runtime of 1 hour and 24 minutes.
Who directed Jackson County Jail?
The film was directed by Michael Miller.