Bucktown
“WHATEVER YOU WANT THEY'VE GOT... And Bucktown is where you'll find it!”
Synopsis
Duke Johnson visits a small Southern town, intent on burying his brother. After the funeral, he learns that he must stay for 60 days, for the estate to be processed. A few locals convince Duke to reopen his late brother's nightclub, and soon the local redneck policemen are intimidating Duke with threats of violence. Duke refuses to pay the bribes they demand, so then he and his lady friend Aretha are threatened and attacked by the crooked cops. Rather than take them on himself, Duke calls on his old pal Roy. Roy brings a few buddies to Bucktown, and they bring justice to the small town. With the redneck cops out of the way, Duke lets his guard down. Then the situation gets out of hand again. Finally, Duke must settle the score himself.
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Bucktown trailer (1975)
Type: Trailer • Published 2007-08-03
Top Cast
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Fred Williamson
Duke Johnson
Pam Grier
Aretha
Thalmus Rasulala
Roy
Tony King
T.J.
Bernie Hamilton
Harley
Art Lund
Chief Patterson
Tierre Turner
Steve
Morgan Upton
Sam
Carl Weathers
Hambone
Jim Bohan
Clete
Robert Burton
Merle
Gene Simms
Josh
Bruce Watson
Bagman
Jody Maxwell
Topless Dancer / Girlfriend (uncredited)
Nicole English
Dancer (uncredited)
Larry Hill
Duane - Deputy Sheriff (uncredited)
Release History & Theatrical Window
July 2, 1975
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Arthur Marks
- Screenplay & Story
- Bob Ellison
- Original Score
- Johnny Pate
- Original Title
- Bucktown
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 34m
- Production Studios
- Plitt Theaters, American International Pictures, Essaness Pictures
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Arthur Marks
Bob Ellison
Johnny Pate
Robert Birchall
George Folsey Jr.
Ric R. Roman, Bernard Schwartz
Department Leadership Roster
Erik Cord
Stunt Coordinator
George Folsey Jr.
Editor
Johnny Pate
Original Music Composer
Bernard Schwartz
Producer
Bob Ellison
Writer
Arthur Marks
Director
Robert Birchall
Director of Photography
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 Bucktown
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What is Bucktown about?
Duke Johnson visits a small Southern town, intent on burying his brother. After the funeral, he learns that he must stay for 60 days, for the estate to be processed. A few locals convince Duke to reopen his late brother's nightclub, and soon the local redneck policemen are intimidating Duke with threats of violence. Duke refuses to pay the bribes they demand, so then he and his lady friend Aretha are threatened and attacked by the crooked cops. Rather than take them on himself, Duke calls on his old pal Roy. Roy brings a few buddies to Bucktown, and they bring justice to the small town. With the redneck cops out of the way, Duke lets his guard down. Then the situation gets out of hand again. Finally, Duke must settle the score himself.
Who directed Bucktown?
Bucktown was directed by Arthur Marks.
Who stars in Bucktown?
The principal cast of Bucktown includes Fred Williamson, Pam Grier, Thalmus Rasulala, Tony King, Bernie Hamilton.
When was Bucktown released and how long is it?
Bucktown was released in 1975 with a total runtime of 1h 34m.
Who composed the musical score for Bucktown?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Bucktown was composed by Johnny Pate.
What is the age rating and content advisory for Bucktown?
Bucktown holds official age classifications: US: R (Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.).