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Seven women, one cartel, and a wild crusade against the drug underworld—1970s vansploitation style.

ANGELS' BRIGADE

They'll blow you away!

1979 · 1h 37m · PG · Action / Comedy · IMDB TMDB

Six women and a teenage girl decide to join forces and blow up the local factory for the production of drugs, thus putting an end to the activities of drug traffickers in his hometown.

Quick Answer

What is Angels' Brigade about?

Angels' Brigade is a 1979 American action-comedy directed by Greydon Clark about seven women who band together to take down a local drug cartel after one of their loved ones is harmed.

Programmer's Pick

If you’ve ever wondered what happens when a pop singer, a teacher, and a gaggle of vigilante women declare war on a drug cartel—complete with van chases and references to Charlie’s Angels—this is your answer. Angels' Brigade doesn’t just lean into 1970s exploitation tropes; it does a full split in bell-bottoms.

— SassyFlix Programmer

Overview

Set in the neon-tinged world of late-1970s Las Vegas and small-town America, Angels' Brigade follows pop singer Michelle Wilson as she rallies a diverse group of women—including a teacher, a policewoman, and a determined high schooler—after her brother is hospitalized from a drug-related beating. United by a desire for justice and revenge, the seven “Angels” pool their unique talents to dismantle the local drug operation. Their mission: infiltrate the drug scene, destroy the processing plant, and disrupt the cartel’s grip on the community. Expect a blend of hixploitation, vansploitation, and cheeky nods to TV’s crime-fighting squads, all delivered with an irreverent sense of fun.

Details & Specs

Director
Greydon Clark
Writers
Greydon Clark, Alvin L. Fast
Release
1979
Runtime
1h 37m
Country
United States of America
Language
English
Genres
Action, Comedy
Also Known As
Angels Revenge, Seven from Heaven

Why This Matters

This action comedy is notable for featuring established actors like Peter Lawford and Jack Palance in villain roles, while casting a group of largely unknown actresses—including Playboy Playmate Susan Kiger—as its seven female vigilante protagonists.
— SassyFlix Curator

Why Cult

Seven-Woman Squad

A team of women from all walks of life unites for an explosive mission, each bringing her own skills to the fight.

Vansploitation Vibes

The film rides high on 1970s van culture, offering a window into a unique slice of action-comedy history.

Charlie's Angels Wink

Tongue-in-cheek references to TV crime squads and giddy genre mashups give this film its cheeky edge.

Revenge in Bell-Bottoms

The women’s mission for vengeance against drug dealers is pure 1970s vigilante cinema with a splash of comedy.

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Questions from the Vault

Who directed Angels' Brigade? +

Angels' Brigade was directed by Greydon Clark.

When was Angels' Brigade released? +

Angels' Brigade was released in 1979.

How long is Angels' Brigade? +

Angels' Brigade has a runtime of 97 minutes.

What genre is Angels' Brigade? +

Angels' Brigade is an action-comedy.

Where can I watch Angels' Brigade? +

You can watch Angels' Brigade on SassyFlix.

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