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4.6 / 10(21 votes)IMDbR20001h 26m$1K Worldwide GrossUnited States of America

Poor White Trash

“Crime pays... just not enough”

Synopsis

Mike and Lenny are two buddies who dream of getting out of the trailer park. Out of desperation they resort to burglary as a means of financing Mike's college education. Their dream is jeopardized one summer day when their ploy to shoplift Near Beer begins a crime spree and a series of mishaps during which they are threatened with jail.

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Trailers, Teasers & Extra Featurettes

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Sean Young: Poor White Trash Trailer (2000)

Type: Trailer • Published 2012-10-18

Release History & Theatrical Window

World Premiere

USA Film Festival

Festival / Special Debut

Theatrical Premiere

December 1, 2000

Wide Cinema Exhibition

Financials & Box Office Performance

ReleasedUnderperformed (0x ROI)

Production Budget

$1.2M

Filming & production cost

Worldwide Gross

$1K

Total global ticket sales

Box Office Return

0x

-$1.2M deficit

Theatrical Status

Budget Return

Box office tier

Budget: $1.2MWorldwide: $1K

Key Information & Fast Facts

Director
Michael Addis
Screenplay & Story
Tony Urban, Michael Addis
Original Score
Tree Adams
Original Title
Poor White Trash
Country of Origin
United States of America
Spoken Languages
English
Runtime
1h 26m
Production Budget
$1.2M
Worldwide Gross
$1K
Production Studios
Kingsize Entertainment

Creative Leadership & Key Crew

Director

Michael Addis

Screenplay & Story

Tony Urban, Michael Addis

Original Score & Music

Tree Adams

Director of Photography

Peter B. Kowalski, Cameron Cutler

Film Editing

Tom McArdle

Producers

Mark Roberts, Lorena David, Michael Lawrence

Department Leadership Roster

Tree Adams

Original Music Composer

Mark Roberts

Mark Roberts

Producer

Michael Addis

Director

Lorena David

Lorena David

Producer

Michael Addis

Writer

Tom McArdle

Tom McArdle

Editor

Clare Brown

Production Design

Peter B. Kowalski

Director of Photography

Dale Gibson

Dale Gibson

Stunt Coordinator

Age Classification & Content Advisories

Official viewer rating standards and content warnings across international classification boards.

Primary: R

R: Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.

International Certification Matrix

United States (MPAA)R

Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.

Official cinematic photography and background stills for Poor White Trash.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Poor White Trash

Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.

What is Poor White Trash about?

Mike and Lenny are two buddies who dream of getting out of the trailer park. Out of desperation they resort to burglary as a means of financing Mike's college education. Their dream is jeopardized one summer day when their ploy to shoplift Near Beer begins a crime spree and a series of mishaps during which they are threatened with jail.

Who directed Poor White Trash?

Poor White Trash was directed by Michael Addis.

Who stars in Poor White Trash?

The principal cast of Poor White Trash includes Sean Young, Jason London, Jaime Pressly, Tony Denman, Jacob Tierney.

When was Poor White Trash released and how long is it?

Poor White Trash was released in 2000 with a total runtime of 1h 26m.

What was the box office and production budget of Poor White Trash?

Poor White Trash had a reported production budget of $1.2M and grossed $1K at the worldwide box office (0 return on budget, classified as a underperformed).

Who composed the musical score for Poor White Trash?

The original motion picture soundtrack for Poor White Trash was composed by Tree Adams.

What is the age rating and content advisory for Poor White Trash?

Poor White Trash holds official age classifications: US: R (Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.).