Smokey and the Bandit II (1980)
“The Bandit is back and better than ever!”
The Bandit goes on another cross-country run, transporting an elephant from Florida to Texas. And, once again, Sheriff Buford T. Justice is on his tail.
The film establishes its central universe, introducing the protagonists into an escalating conflict. Directed by Hal Needham, this opening movement establishes high visual and thematic stakes that set the narrative journey into motion.
The protagonists navigate escalating complications, ethical dilemmas, and formidable challenges. Starring Burt Reynolds, Jackie Gleason, Jerry Reed, the middle act intensifies dramatic momentum toward an inevitable turning point.
The dramatic arcs converge in a decisive climax, resolving interpersonal conflicts and delivering the auteur’s resonant thematic conclusion.
Burt Reynolds
as Bandit
Jackie Gleason
as Buford T. Justice / Reginald Van Justice / Gaylord Justice
Jerry Reed
as Cledus
Dom DeLuise
as Doc
Sally Field
as Carrie
Paul Williams
as Little Enos
Pat McCormick
as Big Enos
David Huddleston
as John Conn
Mike Henry
as Junior
John Anderson
as Governor
Brenda Lee
as Nice Lady
Phil Balsley
as The Statler Brothers MemberCinematographic negative, aspect ratios & laboratory mastering sheet
| Aspect Ratios | 2.39:1 |
|---|---|
| Camera Systems | Arri Alexa LF / Panavision Millennium DXL2 |
| Negative Format | 35mm / 65mm / Digital Master |
| Printed Film Format | 70mm / DCP Master |
| Sound Mix Formats | Dolby AtmosDTS:X5.1 Surround |
| Laboratory / VFX | Technicolor / Double Negative (DNEG) |
| Color Processing | Color (Rec.709 / DCI-P3 Mastering) |
| Official Runtime | 101 min |
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