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  1. Apr 5, 1974 · The Sugarland Express is Steven Spielberg’s first film made expressly for the theatrical screen after years of working in television for Universal Studios. Given the opportunity to move into features (based on the international theatrical success of his 1971 television film Duel ), Spielberg chose the true-life tale of events that took place in Texas in 1969 to bring an exciting, yet ...

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  3. An ex-convict springs her husband from prison to keep their child from being adopted.

  4. Jun 7, 2005 · The Sugarland Express is based on the true story of Lou Jean Poplin, who kidnapped a Texas State Trooper and led the police on a wild chase across the state in an effort to save her son from adoption. This complex role was enough to lure superstar Goldie Hawn back to the screen after a one-year hiatus following her Oscar-winning performance in Cactus Flower. It also marks the feature film ...

  5. Jul 20, 2014 · The real story behind Sugarland Express. Pursuit of Robert Dent in southeast Texas, May 1969, which inspired the film “The Sugarland Express.”. Bobby Dent was driving through Port Arthur with his wife Fae, when a patrol car appeared behind him, red lights twirling at 2 AM in the morning. It’s never been determined what exactly the Dents ...

  6. Legendary filmmaker Steven Spielberg made his feature film directorial debut with this gripping, effective drama starring Academy Award®-winner Goldie Hawn. Hawn plays a young mother who becomes a fugitive and a cause celebre when she tries to prevent the adoption of her young son. What ensues is a harrowing chase through Texas involving lots and lots of police! Excellent performances and ...

  7. The Sugarland Express by Steven Spielberg, is based on the true story of Lou Jean Poplin (Goldie Hawn) who kidnapped a Texas State Trooper to save her son from adoption. IMDb 6.7 1 h 45 min 1974. PG.