The California Kid
“In this town a speeding ticket is a death sentence.”
Synopsis
A sadistic small-town sheriff has a habit of deliberately forcing speeders to their deaths on the mountain roads leading into town. The brother of one of the victims rolls into town in his hot rod to investigate his brother's death.
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ABC Movie of the Week promo The California Kid 1974
Type: Trailer • Published 2012-08-29
Top Cast
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Martin Sheen
Michael McCord
Vic Morrow
Sheriff Roy Childress
Michelle Phillips
Maggie
Stuart Margolin
Deputy
Nick Nolte
Buzz Stafford
Janit Baldwin
Sissy
Gary Morgan
Lyle Stafford
Frederic Downs
Judge J.A. Hooker
Don Mantooth
Jack
Joe Estevez
Don McCord
Britt Leach
Johnny
Norman Bartold
Howard
Barbara Collentine
Edith
Michael Richardson
Charley
Gavan O'Herlihy
Tom
Jack McCulloch
Pete
Ken Johnson
Harlie
Sandy Brown Wyeth
Leona
Release History & Theatrical Window
March 6, 1989
Physical Home Media
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Richard T. Heffron
- Screenplay & Story
- Richard Compton
- Original Score
- Luchi De Jesus
- Original Title
- The California Kid
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 14m
- Production Studios
- Universal Television, ABC
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Richard T. Heffron
Richard Compton
Luchi De Jesus
Terry K. Meade
Robert F. Shugrue
Howie Horwitz, Paul Mason
Department Leadership Roster
Richard T. Heffron
Director
Richard Compton
Writer
Howie Horwitz
Producer
Luchi De Jesus
Original Music Composer
Terry K. Meade
Director of Photography
Robert F. Shugrue
Editor
Grady Hunt
Costume Design
Age Classification & Content Advisories
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International Certification Matrix
FSK 16 — Restricted to viewers aged 16 and older.
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Frequently Asked Questions About The California Kid
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is The California Kid about?
A sadistic small-town sheriff has a habit of deliberately forcing speeders to their deaths on the mountain roads leading into town. The brother of one of the victims rolls into town in his hot rod to investigate his brother's death.
Who directed The California Kid?
The California Kid was directed by Richard T. Heffron.
Who stars in The California Kid?
The principal cast of The California Kid includes Martin Sheen, Vic Morrow, Michelle Phillips, Stuart Margolin, Nick Nolte.
When was The California Kid released and how long is it?
The California Kid was released in 1974 with a total runtime of 1h 14m.
Who composed the musical score for The California Kid?
The original motion picture soundtrack for The California Kid was composed by Luchi De Jesus.
What is the age rating and content advisory for The California Kid?
The California Kid holds official age classifications: DE: 16 (FSK 16 — Restricted to viewers aged 16 and older.).