EP 159: "CANNONBALL" (1976)--"RACER RACER" PART 2 OF 2!

Get ready for racing and fighting, Shaolin-style! Okay, maybe there's not really any Shaolin action, but CANNONBALL (1976) stars KUNG FU's very own DAVID CARRADINE! Beating the 1981 CANNONBALL RUN to theaters by 5 years, Carradine's vehicle (pun intended) trades the comedy focus for a more serious look at the world of illegal road trips! Not only is Carradine along for the ride, but so is cult icon MARY WORONOV in this flick penned and directed by DEATH RACE 2000 legend PAUL BARTEL! Oh, and SYLVESTER STALLONE, MARTIN SCORSESE and JOE DANTE are tucked in there, too (yes, it's a ROGER CORMAN production!)

We "HIT THE ROAD!" on this week's episode of CULT and CLASSIC Films Podcast! Listen wherever you get your podcasts and at https://cultandclassicfilms.com/!

Last Week: "TALLADEGA NIGHTS: THE BALLAD OF RICKY BOBBY" (2006)

Host: NATE WYCKOFF

Panelist: MANDY LONGLEY & CORINNE PORTER

More on Cannonball (1976): “A High-Octane Ride Challenging the Speed Limit”
Released in 1976, Cannonball remains an iconic cult classic that has ignited the imaginations of thrill-seeking cinema lovers for decades. Directed by Paul Bartel, this adrenaline-fueled road movie takes viewers on a wild cross-country journey where speed and wit collide. Influenced by the infamous illicit road races of the '70s, Cannonball channels the spirit of rebellion and the relentless pursuit of freedom. With a star-studded ensemble cast including David Carradine, Bill McKinney, and Veronica Hamel, the film captures the excitement and danger of the infamous Cannonball Baker Sea-To-Shining-Sea Memorial Trophy Dash. Packed with high-speed car chases, audacious stunts, and clever one-liners, Cannonball delivers an exhilarating ride that keeps audiences on the edge of their seats from start to finish. As a testament to its enduring appeal, Cannonball stands tall as a classic piece of American cinema, continuing to inspire car enthusiasts and action-loving audiences alike.