Baja Oklahoma
Synopsis
Juanita Hutchins works at Texas bar, but she aspires to be a country songwriter. When she's not looking after her impulsive daughter, Candy, or vouching for her promiscuous friend, Doris Steadman, she's trying to maintain some semblance of a romantic life. As Juanita prepares to make the leap to Nashville, her former boyfriend, Slick Henderson, returns to town, further complicating her situation.
Top Cast
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Lesley Ann Warren
Juanita Hutchins
Peter Coyote
Slick Henderson
Swoosie Kurtz
Doris Steadman
Billy Vera
Lonnie Slocum
Anthony Zerbe
Ole Jeemy Williams
William Forsythe
Tommy Earl Browner
Willie Nelson
Self
Julia Roberts
Candy Hutchins
Bruce Abbott
Dove Christian
Carmen Argenziano
Roy Simmons
Paul Bartel
Minister
Jordan Charney
Beecher Perry
Carole Davis
Tina Busher
Linda Dona
Martha Healy
Rhonda Dotson
Kathy
Emmylou Harris
Self
John M. Jackson
Lee Steadman
Alice Krige
Patsy Cline
Release History & Theatrical Window
February 20, 1988
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Bobby Roth
- Screenplay & Story
- Dan Jenkins, Bobby Roth
- Original Score
- Stanley Myers
- Original Title
- Baja Oklahoma
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 45m
- Production Studios
- HBO Films, Rastar Productions
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Bobby Roth
Dan Jenkins, Bobby Roth
Stanley Myers
Michael Ballhaus
Hunt Lowry
Department Leadership Roster
Bobby Roth
Director
Mic Rodgers
Stunt Coordinator
Michael Ballhaus
Director of Photography
Stanley Myers
Original Music Composer
Ruth Myers
Costume Design
Production Stills & Gallery
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Frequently Asked Questions About Baja Oklahoma
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is Baja Oklahoma about?
Juanita Hutchins works at Texas bar, but she aspires to be a country songwriter. When she's not looking after her impulsive daughter, Candy, or vouching for her promiscuous friend, Doris Steadman, she's trying to maintain some semblance of a romantic life. As Juanita prepares to make the leap to Nashville, her former boyfriend, Slick Henderson, returns to town, further complicating her situation.
Who directed Baja Oklahoma?
Baja Oklahoma was directed by Bobby Roth.
Who stars in Baja Oklahoma?
The principal cast of Baja Oklahoma includes Lesley Ann Warren, Peter Coyote, Swoosie Kurtz, Billy Vera, Anthony Zerbe.
When was Baja Oklahoma released and how long is it?
Baja Oklahoma was released in 1988 with a total runtime of 1h 45m.
Who composed the musical score for Baja Oklahoma?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Baja Oklahoma was composed by Stanley Myers.
Is Baja Oklahoma based on a book or true story?
Baja Oklahoma is adapted from the following source material: Novel: "Dan Jenkins".