Vietnam vets trade fatigues for leather in a high-octane clash with outlaw bikers.
CHROME AND HOT LEATHER
Don't muck around with a Green Beret's Mama! He'll take his chopper and ram it down your throat!
When the fiancee of a US Special Forces Vietnam Veteran sergeant is killed by bikers, he and three fellow Green Berets ride out for revenge.
Quick Answer
Chrome and Hot Leather is a 1971 American action drama thriller directed by Lee Frost about a Vietnam Green Beret who, after his fiancée is killed by a biker gang, unites his fellow veterans to seek revenge.
Programmer's Pick
Swap combat boots for choppers and you've got a biker revenge flick that salutes both action and exploitation cinema. William Smith leads a cast that includes soul legend Marvin Gaye, all revved up for a wild ride through vigilante Americana.
— SassyFlix Programmer
Overview
Why This Matters
This film is notable as one of only two acting roles for legendary singer Marvin Gaye, highlighting a rare crossover from his music career into cinema.
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Why Cult
Trained soldiers take on an outlaw biker gang, blending military tactics with motorcycle mayhem.
Embraces the wildest tropes of biker films—leather, vests, and all—with a gritty tone and irreverent energy.
Legendary soul singer Marvin Gaye appears as one of the Green Beret comrades, adding a unique note to this action mix.
Classic good-versus-evil tale fueled by grief, loyalty, and relentless pursuit of justice.
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Questions from the Vault
When was Chrome and Hot Leather released? +
Chrome and Hot Leather was released in 1971.
Who directed Chrome and Hot Leather? +
Chrome and Hot Leather was directed by Lee Frost.
How long is Chrome and Hot Leather? +
Chrome and Hot Leather has a runtime of 91 minutes.
What genre is Chrome and Hot Leather? +
Chrome and Hot Leather is an action, drama, and thriller film.
