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Little Laura and Big John (1973): Cast

Little Laura and Big John (1973) movie poster

Little Laura and Big John is a 1973 crime drama directed by Luke Moberly, starring Karen Black as Laura, Fabian and Paul Gleason. It runs 1 hour 22 minutes.

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Little Laura and Big John (1973) movie poster
Released
Runtime
1h 22m (82 min)
Director
Luke Moberly
Genres
Drama , Crime
Original language
English
After the credits
No No extra scene
The story

What Is Little Laura and Big John About?

The premise of Little Laura and Big John without spoilers.

Based on a true story, this hard‑hitting action drama chronicles the infamous Ashley gang, who terrorized the American Southeast in the 1920s. As they steal into your heart and then shoot their way out, a desperate love blossoms between two doomed souls, driving them toward inevitable destruction.

Little Laura and Big John Themes & Keywords

· 19 tags
  • hixploitation
  • eye patch
  • lovers on the lam
  • 1920s
  • female bandit
  • obsessive love
  • armed robber
  • joyriding
  • boyfriend girlfriend relationship
  • church blown up
  • revenge
  • escape from jail
+7 more
  • sentenced to prison
  • shot in the eye
  • outlaw couple
  • bandit
  • outlaw
  • independent film
  • character name in title
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Cast & crew

Little Laura and Big John Cast & Characters

Karen Black leads the cast as Laura, with Fabian as John and Paul Gleason as Sheriff. Directed by Luke Moberly; 33 actors are credited in all.

Also Starring in Little Laura and Big John

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Details

Little Laura and Big John Also Known As

5 alternative titles, including “Big John, der Höllenhund” and “Die Ashley-Bande”.

Also known as
  • Big John, der Höllenhund
  • Die Ashley-Bande
  • Little Laura & Big John
  • 雌雄贼帮
  • Laura y John

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Little Laura and Big John FAQ: Cast & Runtime

Runtime, release date, director, cast and post-credit scenes of Little Laura and Big John, each answered in a sentence.

How long is Little Laura and Big John?

Little Laura and Big John runs 1 hour 22 minutes (82 minutes).

When was Little Laura and Big John released?

Little Laura and Big John was released on May 3, 1973.

Who directed Little Laura and Big John?

Little Laura and Big John was directed by Luke Moberly.

Who is in the cast of Little Laura and Big John?

Little Laura and Big John stars Karen Black as Laura, Fabian as John and Paul Gleason as Sheriff, among 33 credited actors.

Does Little Laura and Big John have a post-credit scene?

No. Little Laura and Big John has no extra scene during or after the credits.

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