Fools' Parade is a 1971 crime drama film directed by Andrew McLaglen, and stars James Stewart, George Kennedy, Kurt Russell and Strother Martin. It was based on the novel of the same name by Davis Grubb. The film is also known as Dynamite Man from Glory Jail.
When a trio of ex-convicts led by Mattie Appleyard is released from prison, they hope to open a general store using money Mattie has saved during his 40-year sentence. This attempt is met with great resistance from a corrupt prison official and the banker who issued Mattie the check.
Directed by Andrew V. McLaglen
Produced by Andrew V. McLaglen
Screenplay by James Lee Barrett
Based on Fools' Parade (1969) by Davis Grubb
Starring: James Stewart, George Kennedy, Kurt Russell, Strother Martin
Music by Henry Vars
Cinematography Harry Stradling Jr.
Edited by David Bretherton, Robert L. Simpson
Production Company: Stanmore Productions, Penbar Productions
Release dates: August 18, 1971
Running time: 98 minutes
Country: United States
Language English
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This product was added to our catalog on Thursday 30 January, 2020.
