Smokey and the Bandit II (1980): Cast, Ratings & Box Office
Smokey and the Bandit II is a 1980 action comedy directed by Hal Needham, starring Burt Reynolds, Sally Field and Dom DeLuise. It runs 1 hour 40 minutes and earned $66.1 million worldwide. Critics gave it 41 on Metacritic.
- Released
- Runtime
- 1h 40m (100 min)
- Director
- Hal Needham
- Original language
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English - Studio
- Universal Pictures
- After the credits
- Yes Extra scene during or after the credits
What Is Smokey and the Bandit II About?
The premise of Smokey and the Bandit II without spoilers. The whole story is in the plot summary further down.
Bandit and Carrie find themselves on another wild mission, this time tasked with transporting a pregnant elephant across the country within a 24-hour deadline. The challenge is complicated by the persistent pursuit of Sheriff Buford T. Justice, who is determined to bring the notorious Bandit to justice once and for all. Expect high-speed chases, hilarious antics, and plenty of trouble along the way.
Smokey and the Bandit II Themes & Keywords
· 50 tags- sheriff
- road movie
- elephant
- road
- greyhound bus
- on the road
- car crash
- anger
- highway patrol
- car chase
- argument
- pregnancy
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- audience
- desert
- crate
- cb radio
- highway
- italian
- hixploitation
- second film in a series
- political campaign
- gubernatorial election
- covered in paint
- covered in manure
- miami florida
- republican national convention
- atlanta international raceway
- atlanta georgia
- truck racing
- state governor
- texas governor
- intoxicated
- motel room
- heartbreak
- quitting drinking
- reference to arnold schwarzenegger
- pontiac trans am
- collapsing roller coaster
- alcoholic
- alcoholism
- gay stereotype
- game of chicken
- car split in half
- blooper reel
- bloopers during credits
- ends with a freeze frame
- actor plays multiple roles
- bomber
- union pacific railroad
- diesel locomotive
Smokey and the Bandit II Cast
Burt Reynolds leads the cast, with Sally Field and Dom DeLuise. Directed by Hal Needham; 9 actors are credited in all.
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Director Hal Needham
Also Starring in Smokey and the Bandit II
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Smokey and the Bandit II Reviews & Ratings
Critics gave Smokey and the Bandit II 41 on Metacritic.
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Metacritic 41 Metascore
User score 6.7
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TMDB 55% User score
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Smokey and the Bandit II Plot Summary
What happens in Smokey and the Bandit II from start to finish, spoilers included, with a timeline of 15 key events. The opening is below; the full summary is a 4-minute read.
Spoilers ahead
As the intense gubernatorial race between Big Enos Burdette and John Conn reaches its peak in Texas, Burdette becomes obsessed with obtaining the former governor’s prized endorsement. His determination leads him to overhear a phone call about a mysterious shipment destined for the Republican National Convention in Dallas. Seizing the chance, Burdette devises a plan involving Cledus “Snowman” Snow and Bo “Bandit” Darville, offering them a whopping $400,000 for its delivery. Bandit, while initially reluctant, is eventually persuaded to accept, demanding half of the payment upfront.
Full summary
The whole story of Smokey and the Bandit II, scene by scene
Smokey and the Bandit II Box Office
Smokey and the Bandit II grossed $66.1 million worldwide.
Worldwide gross
$66.1M
- US & Canada
- $66.1M
Smokey and the Bandit II Trailers & Videos
The trailer of Smokey and the Bandit II.
How Well Do You Know Smokey and the Bandit II?
10 questions about the story, each with a hint if you get stuck. Pick an answer to see whether you were right.
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What was the financial incentive offered to Bandit and Cledus for delivering the package?
Cars in Smokey and the Bandit II
55 cars on screen, including the 1980 Pontiac Firebird Trans Am and the GMC General.
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1980 Pontiac Bonneville Main role -
1973 Dodge Polara Important role
Smokey and the Bandit II Also Known As
37 alternative titles, including “Nu blåser vi snuten II” and “Smokey and the Bandit 2”.
- Also known as
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- Nu blåser vi snuten II
- Smokey and the Bandit 2
- Smokey and the Bandit Part 2
- Ein ausgekochtes Schlitzohr ist wieder auf Achse
- Il Bandito e la Madama II
- Det Vilde Ræs 2: Med Strømerne I Bakspejlet
- Cours après moi shérif 2
- Polda a bandita 2
- Med strømerne i bakspejlet
- 横冲直撞斗飞车续集
- 横冲直撞斗飞车2
- Smokey and the Bandit Ride Again
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- Das ausgekochte Schlitzohr ist wieder auf Achse
- Tu fais pas le poids
- Shérif !
- Смоки и Бандит 2
- Det vilde ræs: Med strømerne i bakspejlet
- Vuelven los caraduras
- Smokey és a Bandita 2.
- Una canaglia a tutto gas
- Nu blåser vi snuten igen
- Mistrz kierownicy ucieka 2
- Смокі та Бандит 2
- Desta Vez Te Agarro
- Смоуки и бандита 2
- Ο Ατσίδας και το Λαγωνικό 2
- Cours après moi shérif
- הפרחח ובת השריף 2
- Poliš a bandita 2
- Dos pícaros con suerte: Parte 2
- 스모키 밴디트 2
- トランザム7000VS激突パトカー軍団
- Smokey i Bandit 2
- Konna ja Koukku jyrää taas
- Šerifas ir Banditas II
- Smokey și Banditul 2
- O Comboio dos Malucos
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Smokey and the Bandit II FAQ: Cast, Box Office & Runtime
Runtime, release date, director, cast, box office, ratings and post-credit scenes of Smokey and the Bandit II, each answered in a sentence.
How long is Smokey and the Bandit II?
Smokey and the Bandit II runs 1 hour 40 minutes (100 minutes).
When was Smokey and the Bandit II released?
Smokey and the Bandit II was released on August 15, 1980.
Who directed Smokey and the Bandit II?
Smokey and the Bandit II was directed by Hal Needham.
More films by Hal Needham Who is in the cast of Smokey and the Bandit II?
Smokey and the Bandit II stars Burt Reynolds, Sally Field and Dom DeLuise, among 9 credited actors.
How much did Smokey and the Bandit II make at the box office?
Smokey and the Bandit II grossed $66.1 million worldwide.
How is Smokey and the Bandit II rated?
Smokey and the Bandit II has 41 on Metacritic and 55% on TMDB.
Does Smokey and the Bandit II have a post-credit scene?
Yes. Smokey and the Bandit II has an extra scene during or after the credits, so it is worth staying seated.
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