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The Baron and the Kid (1984): Cast

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The Baron and the Kid is a 1984 drama directed by Gary Nelson, starring Johnny Cash as The Baron, Greg Webb and Richard Roundtree. It runs 1 hour 34 minutes.

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The Baron and the Kid (1984) movie poster
Released
Runtime
1h 34m (94 min)
Director
Gary Nelson
Genre
Drama
Original language
English
After the credits
No No extra scene
The story

What Is The Baron and the Kid About?

The premise of The Baron and the Kid without spoilers.

Johnny Cash leads a sentimental drama about a legendary pool hustler who, after reuniting with his long‑lost son (Greg Webb), embarks on a series of escapades as they work together to open a pool hall. Inspired by Cash’s hit song, the picture also features Richard Roundtree, Tracy Pollan, June Carter Cash and Darren McGavin, with the Cash patriarch contributing to the soundtrack.

The Baron and the Kid Themes & Keywords

· 44 tags
  • bloody mary the drink
  • gun
  • wad of cash
  • gum chewing
  • chewing gum
  • gum
  • pool player
  • pool hustler
  • billiard ball
  • pool cue
  • billiard stick
  • billiard table
+32 more
  • alcohol
  • billiards
  • boat
  • hustling
  • nashville tennessee
  • hustling pool
  • drunk
  • estranged son
  • divorce
  • vanity license plate
  • fishing
  • fish
  • johnny cash
  • singer as actor
  • singer acting
  • musician in cast
  • cue stick
  • cue ball
  • handcuffs
  • eight ball
  • bar
  • drugged
  • mother son relationship
  • violence
  • friendship
  • blood
  • sex in a hotel room
  • drug dealer
  • father son relationship
  • family relationships
  • love
  • male female relationship
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Cast & crew

The Baron and the Kid Cast & Characters

Johnny Cash leads the cast as The Baron, with Greg Webb as Billy Joe Stanley and Richard Roundtree as Frosty. Directed by Gary Nelson; 14 actors are credited in all.

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From the director

More from Gary Nelson

More films directed by Gary Nelson, best-rated first: Nighthawks, Freaky Friday, The Black Hole and Fugitive Nights: Danger in the Desert.

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Cars

Cars in The Baron and the Kid

2 cars on screen: the 1975 Lincoln Continental Mark IV and the 1954 Packard Patrician.

  • 1975 Lincoln Continental Mark IV in The Baron and the Kid 1975 Lincoln Continental Mark IV Important role
  • 1954 Packard Patrician in The Baron and the Kid 1954 Packard Patrician Important role
Details

The Baron and the Kid Also Known As

Also known as “Барон и малыш”.

Also known as
  • Барон и малыш

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FAQ

The Baron and the Kid FAQ: Cast, Runtime & Release Date

Runtime, release date, director, cast and post-credit scenes of The Baron and the Kid, each answered in a sentence.

How long is The Baron and the Kid?

The Baron and the Kid runs 1 hour 34 minutes (94 minutes).

When was The Baron and the Kid released?

The Baron and the Kid was released on November 21, 1984.

Who directed The Baron and the Kid?

The Baron and the Kid was directed by Gary Nelson.

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Who is in the cast of The Baron and the Kid?

The Baron and the Kid stars Johnny Cash as The Baron, Greg Webb as Billy Joe Stanley and Richard Roundtree as Frosty, among 14 credited actors.

Does The Baron and the Kid have a post-credit scene?

No. The Baron and the Kid has no extra scene during or after the credits.

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