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Gator (1976)
Director: Burt Reynolds
Cast: Burt Reynolds, Lauren Hutton, Jerry Reed, Dub Taylor
Runtime115 min
Rating15
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After his release from prison, notorious ex-con and moonshine distiller Gator McKlusky moves in with his father in a cabin in the Okefenokee Swamp. His bootlegging plans are cut short, however, when a federal agent tells McKlusky that he will lose custody of his 9-year-old daughter unless he helps bring down local crime lord Bama McCall. McKlusky enlists the help of reporter Aggie Maybank and a few local eccentrics to bring down McCall's empire.
Critical Reception & Ratings
Gator, the 1976 crime drama directed by Burt Reynolds, received a mixed critical reception, with some praising its action sequences but others finding the plot overly familiar. The film did not receive any major awards recognition. However, it has maintained a loyal audience, with an IMDb rating of 6.3/10 indicating generally positive public reception.
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Directed by the charismatic Burt Reynolds, Gator (1976) blends gritty crime drama with offbeat Southern charm. Starring Reynolds himself in the lead role, the film offers a compelling performance as an ex-con forced to take down a local crime boss, all while navigating the lush, atmospheric Okefenokee Swamp setting.
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Gator is a 1976 American action comedy film and a sequel to White Lightning starring and directed by Burt Reynolds in his directorial debut.
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