The Trial of Billy Jack
“It takes up where Billy Jack left off”
Synopsis
After Billy Jack in sentenced to four years in prison for the "involuntary manslaughter" of the first film, the Freedom School expands and flourishes under the guidance of Jean Roberts. The utopian existence of the school is characterized by everything ranging from "yoga sports" to muckracking journalism. The diverse student population airs scathing political exposes on their privately owned television station. The narrow-minded townspeople have different ideas about their brand of liberalism. Billy Jack is released and things heat up for the school. Students are threatened and abused and the Native Americans in the neighboring village are taunted and mistreated. After Billy Jack undergoes a vision quest, the governor and the police plot to permanently put an end to their liberal shenanigans, leaving it up to Billy Jack to save the day.
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The Trial Of Billy Jack (1974) - trailer
Type: Trailer • Published 2012-02-15
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Release History & Theatrical Window
November 13, 1974
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Tom Laughlin
- Screenplay & Story
- Tom Laughlin, Delores Taylor
- Original Score
- Elmer Bernstein
- Original Title
- The Trial of Billy Jack
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 2h 53m
- Production Studios
- Taylor-Laughlin Productions, Warner Bros. Pictures
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Tom Laughlin
Tom Laughlin, Delores Taylor
Elmer Bernstein
Jack A. Marta
George Grenville, Jules Nayfack, Michael Economou
Joe L. Cramer, Tom Laughlin, Delores Taylor
Department Leadership Roster
Tom Laughlin
Director
Tom Laughlin
Writer
Delores Taylor
Writer
Joe L. Cramer
Producer
Elmer Bernstein
Original Music Composer
Moss Mabry
Costume Design
George Grenville
Editor
Jules Nayfack
Editor
Michael Economou
Editor
Tom Rolf
Editor
Michael Karr
Editor
Jack A. Marta
Director of Photography
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PG: Parental Guidance Suggested — May contain mild violence or suggestive material.
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Parental Guidance Suggested — May contain mild violence or suggestive material.
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Frequently Asked Questions About The Trial of Billy Jack
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What is The Trial of Billy Jack about?
After Billy Jack in sentenced to four years in prison for the "involuntary manslaughter" of the first film, the Freedom School expands and flourishes under the guidance of Jean Roberts. The utopian existence of the school is characterized by everything ranging from "yoga sports" to muckracking journalism. The diverse student population airs scathing political exposes on their privately owned television station. The narrow-minded townspeople have different ideas about their brand of liberalism. Billy Jack is released and things heat up for the school. Students are threatened and abused and the Native Americans in the neighboring village are taunted and mistreated. After Billy Jack undergoes a vision quest, the governor and the police plot to permanently put an end to their liberal shenanigans, leaving it up to Billy Jack to save the day.
Who directed The Trial of Billy Jack?
The Trial of Billy Jack was directed by Tom Laughlin.
Who stars in The Trial of Billy Jack?
The principal cast of The Trial of Billy Jack includes Tom Laughlin, Delores Taylor, Victor Izay, Teresa Kelly, Sara Lane.
When was The Trial of Billy Jack released and how long is it?
The Trial of Billy Jack was released in 1974 with a total runtime of 2h 53m.
Who composed the musical score for The Trial of Billy Jack?
The original motion picture soundtrack for The Trial of Billy Jack was composed by Elmer Bernstein.
What is the age rating and content advisory for The Trial of Billy Jack?
The Trial of Billy Jack holds official age classifications: US: PG (Parental Guidance Suggested — May contain mild violence or suggestive material.).