Every Which Way but Loose (1978)
Clint Eastwood brawls, laughs, and road-trips across the Southwest with an unforgettable orangutan co-star in this beloved 1978 action-comedy.
Every Which Way but Loose - Movie Information
- Original Title: Every Which Way but Loose
- Release Year: 1978
- Directed by: James Fargo
- Type: Movie
- Genres: Action, Comedy, Adventure, Romance, Drama
- Age Rating (US): PG
- Runtime: 1h 50m
- Original Language: English
- Spoken Languages: English
- Release Date (Theatrical): December 16, 1978 (Japan), December 20, 1978 (United States - PG), December 20, 1978 (Canada), December 30, 1978 (United Kingdom - 12), December 28, 1978 (Germany - 16), April 4, 1979 (France - U), December 30, 1978 (Australia - M)
- Alternative Titles: The Coming of Philo Beddoe (US), Duro de pelar (ES), Pendenciero Rebelde (MX), Duro de pelar (AR)
- Production Companies: Malpaso Productions, Warner Bros. Pictures
- Production Countries: United States of America
Every Which Way but Loose - Plot
Philo Beddoe is your regular, easygoing, truck-driving guy. He's also the best bar-room brawler west of the Rockies. And he lives with a 165-pound orangutan named Clyde. Like other guys, Philo finally falls in love - with a flighty singer who leads him on a screwball chase across the American Southwest. Nothing's in the way except a motorcycle gang, some cops, and legendary brawler Tank Murdock.
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Every Which Way but Loose - Cast & Crew
Director(s)
- James Fargo
Main Cast
- Clint Eastwood
- Sondra Locke
- Geoffrey Lewis
- Manis
- Beverly D'Angelo
- Walter Barnes
- George Chandler
- Roy Jenson
- James McEachin
- Bill McKinney
Writers
- Jeremy Joe Kronsberg
Producers
- Robert Daley
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Was the orangutan in the film a real animal?
Yes, Clyde the orangutan was played by a real orangutan named Manis. The animal performer became one of the most memorable aspects of the film, sharing genuine comedic chemistry with Clint Eastwood on screen and helping make the movie a massive box office hit.
Who are the main actors in Every Which Way but Loose?
The film stars Clint Eastwood as Philo Beddoe, Sondra Locke as Lynn Halsey-Taylor, Geoffrey Lewis as Orville Boggs, Beverly D'Angelo as Echo, and Walter Barnes as Tank Murdock. Manis the orangutan also stars as Clyde, Philo's beloved companion.
What is Every Which Way but Loose about?
The film follows Philo Beddoe, a laid-back trucker and undefeated bare-knuckle brawler, who falls for a free-spirited country singer and chases her across the American Southwest. Along the way, he contends with a bumbling motorcycle gang, persistent police officers, and a legendary fighter named Tank Murdock.
How much did Every Which Way but Loose earn at the box office?
Every Which Way but Loose was a massive commercial success, earning over $85 million at the box office against a modest $5 million production budget. It became one of the highest-grossing films of 1978 and one of the biggest hits of Clint Eastwood's career at that time.
What is the age rating for Every Which Way but Loose?
Every Which Way but Loose is rated PG in the United States, making it suitable for general audiences with parental guidance suggested for younger viewers. The film contains brawling, mild language, and comedic situations but remains largely family-friendly in tone.
Who directed Every Which Way but Loose?
Every Which Way but Loose was directed by James Fargo, who had previously worked with Clint Eastwood on The Enforcer (1976). The screenplay was written by Jeremy Joe Kronsberg, and the film was produced by Robert Daley through Malpaso Productions for Warner Bros. Pictures.
Does Every Which Way but Loose have a sequel?
Yes, the film was followed by Any Which Way You Can (1980), which reunited Clint Eastwood, Sondra Locke, Geoffrey Lewis, and Manis the orangutan. The sequel was also a commercial success and continued the misadventures of Philo Beddoe and his beloved companion Clyde.
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