The Legend of Billie Jean (1985): Cast, Ratings & Box Office
The Legend of Billie Jean is a 1985 action drama directed by Matthew Robbins, starring Helen Slater, Christian Slater and Barry Tubb. It runs 1 hour 36 minutes and earned $3.1 million worldwide. Critics gave it 45 on Metacritic, and IMDb users rate it 6.6/10.
- Released
- Runtime
- 1h 36m (96 min)
- Director
- Matthew Robbins
- Original language
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English - Studio
- TriStar Pictures
- After the credits
- No No extra scene
What Is The Legend of Billie Jean About?
The premise of The Legend of Billie Jean without spoilers. The whole story is in the plot summary further down.
A rebellious teenager, Billie Jean Davy, and her younger brother Binx, flee their hometown in Texas, dreaming of a fresh start in Vermont. Their plans are derailed when a violent confrontation with a local bully, Hubie Pyatt, forces them to go on the run. As they evade authorities and face escalating dangers, the siblings become unlikely folk heroes, inspiring others and fighting for their freedom while determined to overcome adversity and build a better future.
The Legend of Billie Jean Themes & Keywords
· 50 tags- female vigilante
- female protagonist
- accidental shooting
- teenage heroine
- injustice
- bully
- self justice
- police officer
- beating
- showdown
- teenage boy
- teenage girl
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- child abuse
- teen angst
- product placement
- short haired female
- scooter
- outlaw
- heroine
- reference to joan of arc
- shopping mall
- attempted rape
- brother sister relationship
- rebellion
- fugitive
- celebrity
- character name in title
- kneed in the groin
- walkie talkie
- water slide
- incest subtext
- anger
- false accusation
- revolver
- theft
- watching tv
- parking garage
- wig
- rape and revenge
- legs
- bare legs
- female bare legs
- brother
- kidnap for ransom
- millionaire
- fake kidnapping
- character says 'tastes like chicken'
- fight
- teenager
- five word title
The Legend of Billie Jean Cast
Helen Slater leads the cast, with Christian Slater and Barry Tubb. Directed by Matthew Robbins; 10 actors are credited in all.
- Director Matthew Robbins
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The Legend of Billie Jean Reviews & Ratings
Critics gave The Legend of Billie Jean 45 on Metacritic, and IMDb users rate it 6.6/10.
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IMDb 6.6 /10
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Metacritic 45 Metascore
User score 7.0
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TMDB 66% User score
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The Legend of Billie Jean Plot Summary
What happens in The Legend of Billie Jean from start to finish, spoilers included, with a timeline of 15 key events. The opening is below; the full summary is a 3-minute read.
Spoilers ahead
In Corpus Christi, Texas, Billie Jean Davy (Helen Slater) and her younger brother Binx (Christian Slater) head out for a day of fun at the lake. Their joy is short-lived, however, as a local bully named Hubie Pyatt (Barry Tubb) and his gang steal Binx’s motorbike. When Billie Jean approaches the police for help, Lieutenant Ringwald (Peter Coyote) dismisses her concerns, suggesting that she simply wait two days for the bike’s return.
Full summary
The whole story of The Legend of Billie Jean, scene by scene
The Legend of Billie Jean Box Office
The Legend of Billie Jean grossed $3.1 million worldwide.
Worldwide gross
$3.1M
- US & Canada
- $3.1M
The Legend of Billie Jean Trailers & Videos
2 videos: 2 trailers.
- Trailer The Legend of Billie Jean 1985 Trailer | Helen Slater | Christian Slater
How Well Do You Know The Legend of Billie Jean?
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 does Billie Jean's brother Binx cherish at the beginning of the film?
Cars in The Legend of Billie Jean
60 cars on screen, including the 1973 Ford LTD Wagon and the 1984 Honda Elite.
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1973 Ford LTD Wagon Main role -
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1973 Chevrolet K-10 Important role -
1970 Dodge Challenger Important role
The Legend of Billie Jean Also Known As
14 alternative titles, including “A Lenda de Billie Jean” and “比利金传奇”.
- Also known as
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- A Lenda de Billie Jean
- 比利金传奇
- 怒海孤雏
- 比利·吉恩传奇
- Zeit der Vergeltung
- La leggenda di Billie Jean
- La leyenda de Billie Jean
- Billie Jean legendája
- Легенда о Билли Джин
- La légende de Billie Jean
- Legenda lui Billie Jean
- 比利·金传奇
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- Legenda o Billie Jean
- 더 레전드 오브 빌리 진
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The Legend of Billie Jean FAQ: Cast & Box Office
Runtime, release date, director, cast, box office, ratings and post-credit scenes of The Legend of Billie Jean, each answered in a sentence.
How long is The Legend of Billie Jean?
The Legend of Billie Jean runs 1 hour 36 minutes (96 minutes).
When was The Legend of Billie Jean released?
The Legend of Billie Jean was released on July 19, 1985.
Who directed The Legend of Billie Jean?
The Legend of Billie Jean was directed by Matthew Robbins.
More films by Matthew Robbins Who is in the cast of The Legend of Billie Jean?
The Legend of Billie Jean stars Helen Slater, Christian Slater and Barry Tubb, among 10 credited actors.
How much did The Legend of Billie Jean make at the box office?
The Legend of Billie Jean grossed $3.1 million worldwide.
How is The Legend of Billie Jean rated?
The Legend of Billie Jean has 6.6/10 on IMDb, 45 on Metacritic and 66% on TMDB.
Does The Legend of Billie Jean have a post-credit scene?
No. The Legend of Billie Jean has no extra scene during or after the credits.
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