Little Laura and Big John
“... They'll Steal Into Your Heart -- Then Shoot Their Way Out!!”
Synopsis
Based on a true story, this action-packed, hard-hitting depiction of the infamous Ashley gang - who terrorized the southeast in the 1920's - also illustrates a desperate love between two people destined for destruction.
Top Cast
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Fabian
John
Karen Black
Laura
Ivy Thayer
Laura's Mother
Ken Miller
Hanford
Paul Gleason
Sheriff
Cliff Frates
Young John
Evie Karafotias
Young Laura
Phil Philbin
Pa
Margaret Fuller
Ma
Jerry Albert
Bob
Lee Warren
Clarence
Ben Rossi
Ray
Terri Juston
Jacksonville
Tony Romano
Doc
Julian Voloshin
Lawyer
Mal Jones
Chairman
Rick Moberly
Frank
Shane Kruse
Ed
Release History & Theatrical Window
May 3, 1973
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Luke Moberly
- Screenplay & Story
- Philip Weidling, Luke Moberly, Bob Woodburn
- Original Score
- Bill Walker
- Original Title
- Little Laura and Big John
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 22m
- Production Studios
- Crown International Pictures
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Luke Moberly
Philip Weidling, Luke Moberly, Bob Woodburn
Bill Walker
Edmund Gibson
Tom Woodburn
Lou Wiethe
Department Leadership Roster
Luke Moberly
Director
Luke Moberly
Writer
Lou Wiethe
Producer
Tom Woodburn
Editor
Edmund Gibson
Director of Photography
Bob Woodburn
Writer
Bill Walker
Original Music Composer
Age Classification & Content Advisories
Official viewer rating standards and content warnings across international classification boards.
R: Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.
International Certification Matrix
Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.
Production Stills & Gallery
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Frequently Asked Questions About Little Laura and Big John
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is Little Laura and Big John about?
Based on a true story, this action-packed, hard-hitting depiction of the infamous Ashley gang - who terrorized the southeast in the 1920's - also illustrates a desperate love between two people destined for destruction.
Who directed Little Laura and Big John?
Little Laura and Big John was directed by Luke Moberly.
Who stars in Little Laura and Big John?
The principal cast of Little Laura and Big John includes Fabian, Karen Black, Ivy Thayer, Ken Miller, Paul Gleason.
When was Little Laura and Big John released and how long is it?
Little Laura and Big John was released in 1973 with a total runtime of 1h 22m.
Who composed the musical score for Little Laura and Big John?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Little Laura and Big John was composed by Bill Walker.
What is the age rating and content advisory for Little Laura and Big John?
Little Laura and Big John holds official age classifications: US: R (Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.).