***Southern Gothic with Burt Reynolds and action*** A moonshiner on a prison farm in Arkansas, Gator McKlusky (Burt Reynolds), gets released early under the condition that he helps the Feds break a moonshining ring backed by a corrupt Sheriff (Ned Beatty), who also happens to be the murderer of Gator’s little brother. “White Lightning” (1973) is a Deep South crime drama/thriller that mixes “Deliverance”…
Top Cast
Burt Reynolds
Bobby "Gator" McKlusky
Jennifer Billingsley
Lou
Ned Beatty
Sheriff J.C. Connors
Bo Hopkins
Ray Boone
Matt Clark
Dude Watson
Louise Latham
Martha Culpepper
Diane Ladd
Maggie
R.G. Armstrong
Big Bear
Conlan Carter
Deputy
Dabbs Greer
Pa McKlusky
Lincoln Demyan
Warden
John Steadman
Skeeter
Iris Korn
Ma McKlusky
Stephanie Burchfield
Jenny
Barbara Müller
Louella
Robert Ginnaven
Harvey
Reviews
Has some okay car chases/stunt work and Burt Reynolds is charming as usual, but the story never really clicked for me and I found my mind lingering. Personally I prefer spending that time watching Smokey and the Bandit again. Next I'll be checking out the sequel, Gator. **3.0/5**
FAQ about White Lightning
What is White Lightning about?
An ex-con teams up with federal agents to help them with breaking up a moonshine ring.
When was White Lightning released?
White Lightning was released in 1973.
What genres does White Lightning belong to?
White Lightning is categorised as Drama, Action, Crime.
Who stars in White Lightning?
The cast of White Lightning includes Burt Reynolds, Jennifer Billingsley, Ned Beatty, Bo Hopkins, Matt Clark.