The Education of Sonny Carson
“You learn a lot in the streets.”
Synopsis
A 1974 film based on the best-selling autobiography of Sonny Carson who joined a gang and committed petty crime before being sent to prison. After his release from prison he changes his life.
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The Education of Sonny Carson Trailer
Type: Trailer • Published 2009-04-08
Top Cast
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Rony Clanton
Sonny Carson
Don Gordon
Pigliani
Joyce Walker
Virginia
Paul Benjamin
Pops
Thomas Hicks
Young Sonny
Mary Alice
Moms
Ram John Holder
Preacher
Jerry Bell
Lil Boy
Ray Rainbow Johnson
Benny
Derrick Champ Ford
Wolfe
Roger Hill
Lil John
Chris Forster
Donovan
George Miles
Uncle Cal
B.T. Taylor
Crazy
Roger D.A. Davis
Willie
Eleanora Douglas
Sally Jean
Clifton Steere
Psychiatrist
Dennis Kear
Western Union Messenger
Release History & Theatrical Window
July 17, 1974
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Michael Campus
- Screenplay & Story
- Fred Hudson, Sonny Carson
- Original Title
- The Education of Sonny Carson
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 44m
- Production Studios
- Paramount Pictures, The Irwin Yablans Company
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Michael Campus
Fred Hudson, Sonny Carson
Irwin Yablans
Department Leadership Roster
Michael Campus
Director
Fred Hudson
Writer
Irwin Yablans
Producer
Age Classification & Content Advisories
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R: Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.
International Certification Matrix
Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.
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Frequently Asked Questions About The Education of Sonny Carson
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What is The Education of Sonny Carson about?
A 1974 film based on the best-selling autobiography of Sonny Carson who joined a gang and committed petty crime before being sent to prison. After his release from prison he changes his life.
Who directed The Education of Sonny Carson?
The Education of Sonny Carson was directed by Michael Campus.
Who stars in The Education of Sonny Carson?
The principal cast of The Education of Sonny Carson includes Rony Clanton, Don Gordon, Joyce Walker, Paul Benjamin, Thomas Hicks.
When was The Education of Sonny Carson released and how long is it?
The Education of Sonny Carson was released in 1974 with a total runtime of 1h 44m.
Is The Education of Sonny Carson based on a book or true story?
The Education of Sonny Carson is adapted from the following source material: Book: "Sonny Carson".
What is the age rating and content advisory for The Education of Sonny Carson?
The Education of Sonny Carson holds official age classifications: US: R (Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.).