---
title: "Towing"
year: 1978
canonical_url: "https://www.archytele.com/show/towing-1978"
media_type: "movie"
tmdb_id: 453403
imdb_id: null
status: "Released"
runtime_minutes: 85
community_rating: 6.0
vote_count: 0
content_rating: "PG"
---

# Towing (1978) — Television & Cinema Intelligence Dossier

> **Archytele Living Vault Canonical Record**: https://www.archytele.com/show/towing-1978

## Executive Summary & Cultural Positioning

Towing is a film first released in 1978. Catalogued under Comedy. Produced and broadcast by Sibling productions. Current status: Released.

## The Hook & The Verdict

**The Hook**: "Two bar maids battle a shady towing firm in a quirky 1970s comedy."

### Why Watch
- Humorous premise of everyday heroes vs. corrupt business
- Retro 1970s comedy style
- Features early roles for Jennifer Ashley and Bobby Di Cicco

### Caveats & Content Note
- May feel dated to modern viewers
- Plot is straightforward and simple
- Tone & Suitability: Rated PG, the film offers mild comedic situations suitable for general audiences.

**Micro-Themes & Vibe Matrix**: comedy, quirky, 1970s, lighthearted

## Streaming Availability Matrix

Direct streaming licensing updates dynamically. Consult the live tracking interface at https://www.archytele.com/show/towing-1978#watch.

## Creative Credits

- **Directed by**: Maura Smith
- **Networks / Studios**: Sibling productions

## Key Cast Continuity

- **Jennifer Ashley** as *Jean*
- **Sue Lyon** as *Lynn*
- **Bobby Di Cicco** as *Tony*
- **Joe Mantegna** as *Chris*
- **J.J. Johnston** as *Butch*
- **Audrie Neenan** as *Irate Lady*
- **Steven Kampmann** as *Irate Man*
- **Don DePollo** as *Pizza Man*
- **Nan Mason** as *Nan*
- **Mike Nussbaum** as *Phil*

## Canonical Frequently Asked Questions

### Q: Who directed Towing?
Towing was written and directed by Maura Smith.

### Q: Who are the lead actors?
The film stars Jennifer Ashley, Bobby Di Cicco, and Sue Lyon.

### Q: What are the alternate titles?
It is also known as Who Stole My Wheels? and Garage Girls.

### Q: What is the runtime?
The movie runs approximately 1 hour and 25 minutes.

### Q: What is the MPAA rating?
Towing is rated PG.

## Grounded Source Citations

- [Towing — The Movie Database (TMDB)](https://www.themoviedb.org/movie/453403)
- [Towing (film) - Wikipedia](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Towing_(film))
- [Towing (1978) | ČSFD.cz](https://www.csfd.cz/film/88793-towing/prehled/)
- [Towing 46% (1978) | Kinobox.cz](https://www.kinobox.cz/film/191042-towing)

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*Generated by Archytele Open Intelligence Systems. Data verified against TMDB and JustWatch APIs.*