Movie

The Big Bus

“At last — the first disaster movie where everybody dies (laughing).”

★ 5.3(114)19761h 28m

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Good to know

Director: James Frawley
Release date: 1976-06-23
Runtime: 1h 28m
Language: English
Status: Released
Country: United States of America
Studio: Paramount Pictures

The Big Bus — trailer

About The Big Bus

The Big Bus is a 1976 movie in the Action and Comedy genres, directed by James Frawley, starring Joseph Bologna, Stockard Channing and John Beck. It has a runtime of 1 hour 28 minutes. It holds an average rating of 5.3/10 from 114 viewers. Below you can see where to watch The Big Bus in Mexico — across streaming, rental and purchase options — along with the full cast, trailer and viewer reviews.

Synopsis

A nuclear-powered bus is making its maiden non-stop trip from New York to Denver. The journey is plagued by disasters due to the machinations of a mysterious group allied with the oil lobby. Will the down-on-his-luck driver, with a reputation for eating his passengers, be able to complete the journey?

Cast

Joseph Bologna

Dan Torrance

Stockard Channing

Kitty Baxter

John Beck

Shoulders

René Auberjonois

Father Kudos

Ned Beatty

Shorty Scotty

Bob Dishy

Dr. Kurtz

José Ferrer

Ironman

Ruth Gordon

Old Lady

Harold Gould

Professor Baxter

Larry Hagman

Parking Lot Doctor

Sally Kellerman

Sybil Crane

Richard Mulligan

Claude Crane

Themes & keywords

busbus rideparodybus bombslapstick comedyspoofdisastersabotagemadcap comedycross country tripdisaster movie

Frequently asked questions

Where can I watch The Big Bus in Mexico?+

The Big Bus is not currently listed on any streaming, rental or purchase service in Mexico. Availability changes often, so check back or switch your region.

Is The Big Bus on Netflix?+

The Big Bus is not on Netflix in Mexico right now.

How long is The Big Bus?+

The Big Bus has a runtime of 1 hour 28 minutes (88 minutes).

Who stars in The Big Bus?+

The Big Bus stars Joseph Bologna, Stockard Channing, John Beck, René Auberjonois and Ned Beatty.

When did The Big Bus come out?+

The Big Bus is a 1976 movie directed by James Frawley.

What genre is The Big Bus?+

The Big Bus is Action and Comedy film.

Who directed The Big Bus?+

The Big Bus was directed by James Frawley.