Big Bad Mama 1974
"Hot Lead - Hot Cars - Hot Damn!"
In the sultry, sun-baked landscapes of 1930s America, a fiercely determined single mother—played with magnetic grit by Angie Dickinson—pulls her two spirited daughters into a high-octane life of crime.
Director: Steve Carver
Cast
Angie Dickinson
Wilma McClatchie
Tom Skerritt
Fred
William Shatner
William J. Baxter
Susan Sennett
Billy Jean
Robbie Lee
Polly
Noble Willingham
Uncle Barney
Dick Miller
Bonney
Tom Signorelli
Dodds
Joan Prather
Jane Kingston
Royal Dano
Reverend Johnson
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Big Bad Mama (1974) about?
After hard times strike, a bold mother and her two daughters turn to bootlegging and bank robbery to survive. Their criminal spree across 1930s America becomes a thrilling, if desperate, bid for independence—and a chase that draws the law ever closer behind them.
Who directed Big Bad Mama?
Steve Carver guided this roaring crime drama with a stylish touch that balances grit with humor.
Who stars in Big Bad Mama?
The film features Angie Dickinson as the tenacious matriarch, joined by Tom Skerritt, William Shatner, and supporting turns from Susan Sennett and Robbie Lee.
Is Big Bad Mama (1974) worth watching?
With its snappy pacing and charismatic cast, *Big Bad Mama* delivers a juicy slice of 70s crime cinema. While not a critical darling, its rebellious charm and Dickinson's standout performance make it a fun watch for fans of gritty adventure.
How long is Big Bad Mama?
The film runs for 83 minutes, a tight, high-energy ride perfect for a weekend binge.
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About Big Bad Mama (1974) — A Wild Ride of Crime, Family, and Freedom
In the sultry, sun-baked landscapes of 1930s America, a fiercely determined single mother—played with magnetic grit by Angie Dickinson—pulls her two spirited daughters into a high-octane life of crime. Forced by harsh circumstances, the trio transforms from ordinary women into a notorious bootlegging and bank-robbing syndicate, roaring across the country in stolen cars while evading the law at every turn. Directed with flair by Steve Carver, *Big Bad Mama (1974)* blends action, dark comedy, and gritty drama, painting a vivid portrait of family loyalty tested by ambition and desperation.
Tagged with a rebellious energy that crackles off the screen, this crime-drama gem rides on the coattails of its headline-grabbing cast, including the legendary William Shatner and Tom Skerritt, whose performances add sharp contrast and dramatic tension to the chaotic ride. The film's tone swings between exhilarating freedom and moral reckoning, all wrapped in a 1970s sheen that feels both nostalgic and timeless.
