Goin' South (1978)
In 1868 Longhorn Texas, a convicted outlaw had two choices: get hung, or get married.
Director: Jack Nicholson
|Writers: Charles Shyer, John Herman Shaner, Alan Mandell, Al Ramrus
|Stars: Jack Nicholson, Mary Steenburgen, Christopher Lloyd
Storyline
Henry Moon is captured for a capital offense by a posse when his horse quits while trying to escape to Mexico. He finds that there is a post-Civil War law in the small town that any single or widowed woman can save him from the gallows by marrying him.
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Movie Details
| Original title | Goin' South |
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| Release date | Oct 6, 1978 |
| Status | Released |
| Keywords | anti hero, dark comedy, small town, texas, gold rush, outlaw, battle of the sexes, gold mine, 1860s, marriage of convenience, post american civil war |
FAQ
What is Goin' South about?
Henry Moon is captured for a capital offense by a posse when his horse quits while trying to escape to Mexico. He finds that there is a post-Civil War law in the small town that any single or widowed woman can save him from the gallows by marrying him.
When was Goin' South released?
Goin' South was released on Oct 6, 1978 (status: Released).
Who directed Goin' South?
Jack Nicholson directed Goin' South.
What is the TMDB rating of Goin' South?
Goin' South has a TMDB rating of 5.8/10 from 176 votes.