Texas Detour
“Stunt driving was no problem - It was real life that was out to get him”
Synopsis
A trip across the United States takes a wrong turn when three California teenagers have their van stolen. Stranded in a backwoods town with the sheriff refusing to help, the trio decide to settle scores while getting justice.
Top Cast
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Patrick Wayne
Clay McCarthy
Mitch Vogel
Dale McCarthy
Lindsay Bloom
Sugar McCarthy
R.G. Armstrong
Sheriff Burt
Priscilla Barnes
Claudia Hunter
Anthony James
Beau Hunter
Michael Mullins
Billy Forest
Cameron Mitchell
John Hunter
Kathy O'Dare
Kren
Jeri Blender
Singer
Gary Davis
Cooper
Alan Sands
Carl
Michael Allen Honaker
Butch
Beau Gibson
Convict #1
Dee Cooper
Chet
Paul Nuckles
Deputy Norm
Larry Dunn
Convict #2
Denver Mattson
Convict #3
Release History & Theatrical Window
June 6, 1978
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Howard Avedis
- Screenplay & Story
- Howard Avedis
- Original Score
- Mark Volman, Howard Kaylan
- Original Title
- Texas Detour
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- German, English
- Runtime
- 1h 32m
- Production Studios
- Hickmar Productions, Texas Detour Associates
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Howard Avedis
Howard Avedis
Mark Volman, Howard Kaylan
Massoud Joseph
Jeff Bushelman
Howard Avedis, Marlene Schmidt
Department Leadership Roster
Howard Avedis
Director
Massoud Joseph
Director of Photography
Mark Volman
Original Music Composer
Jeff Bushelman
Editor
Howard Avedis
Producer
Howard Avedis
Screenplay
Howard Kaylan
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.
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Official cinematic photography and background stills for Texas Detour.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Texas Detour
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is Texas Detour about?
A trip across the United States takes a wrong turn when three California teenagers have their van stolen. Stranded in a backwoods town with the sheriff refusing to help, the trio decide to settle scores while getting justice.
Who directed Texas Detour?
Texas Detour was directed by Howard Avedis.
Who stars in Texas Detour?
The principal cast of Texas Detour includes Patrick Wayne, Mitch Vogel, Lindsay Bloom, R.G. Armstrong, Priscilla Barnes.
When was Texas Detour released and how long is it?
Texas Detour was released in 1978 with a total runtime of 1h 32m.
Who composed the musical score for Texas Detour?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Texas Detour was composed by Mark Volman, Howard Kaylan.
What is the age rating and content advisory for Texas Detour?
Texas Detour holds official age classifications: US: R (Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.).