Jailbirds (1991)
A mismatched duo escapes jail handcuffed together in this breezy 1991 action-comedy TV movie starring Phylicia Rashād and Dyan Cannon.
Jailbirds - Movie Information
- Original Title: Jailbirds
- Release Year: 1991
- Directed by: Burt Brinckerhoff
- Type: Movie
- Genres: Action, Comedy, TV Movie
- Runtime: 1h 36m
- Original Language: English
- Spoken Languages: English
- Release Date (Theatrical): May 16, 1991 (United States)
- Alternative Titles: Mitgefangen - Mitgehangen (DE), Kahlekarkurit (FI), Deux belles en cavale (FR)
- Production Companies: Spelling Entertainment
- Production Countries: United States of America
Jailbirds - Plot
Personalities clash when a city executive and a small town seamstress are thrown into jail for crimes they didn't commit and then escape, handcuffed together.
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Jailbirds - Cast & Crew
Director(s)
- Burt Brinckerhoff
Main Cast
- Phylicia Rashād
- Dyan Cannon
- Dakin Matthews
- David Knell
- Ahmad Rashād
- Bethany Wright
- Dennis Letts
- Maria Arita
- Anne Haney
- Ritch Brinkley
Writers
- Marcia Midkiff
- Guy Shulman
- Craig Heller
Producers
- James L. Conway
Jailbirds - FAQs
What is Jailbirds about?
Jailbirds follows two very different women — a polished city executive and a down-to-earth small-town seamstress — who are both wrongly thrown in jail. When they escape together while handcuffed to each other, their clashing personalities fuel a wild, comedic adventure on the run.
Who are the main actors in Jailbirds?
The film stars Phylicia Rashād as Janice Grant, a city executive, and Dyan Cannon as Rosie LaCroix, a small-town seamstress. The supporting cast includes Ahmad Rashād, Dakin Matthews, David Knell, Anne Haney, and Ritch Brinkley, among others.
When was Jailbirds released?
Jailbirds premiered on May 16, 1991, in the United States. It was produced as a TV movie by Spelling Entertainment and aired as a made-for-television feature, making it a fun, accessible watch for fans of lighthearted action-comedy.
Who directed Jailbirds?
Jailbirds was directed by Burt Brinckerhoff, a filmmaker and actor with a long career in American television. He brought a breezy, comedic touch to this mismatched-duo story, keeping the tone light and entertaining throughout the film's 96-minute runtime.
Is Jailbirds based on a true story?
No, Jailbirds is not based on a true story. It's an original screenplay written by Marcia Midkiff, Guy Shulman, and Craig Heller. The story is a fictional, comedic romp built around the classic odd-couple premise of two very different women forced to work together.
What genre is Jailbirds?
Jailbirds is an action-comedy made for television. It blends physical comedy and chase sequences with the classic odd-couple dynamic, making it a light, entertaining TV movie that leans heavily into humor while keeping the action moving at a brisk pace.
How long is Jailbirds?
Jailbirds runs for 96 minutes, or 1 hour and 36 minutes. It's a comfortably paced TV movie that doesn't overstay its welcome — just enough time to enjoy the comedic chemistry between Phylicia Rashād and Dyan Cannon as they navigate their chaotic escape together.
What are some movies similar to Jailbirds?
If you enjoy Jailbirds, you might also like other odd-couple comedies and action-comedy TV movies. Editorial picks include Psych 3: This Is Gus, Get the Goat, and Trouble. For similar genre vibes, Jump In! and The Librarian: Quest for the Spear are worth a look.
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