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Honky-tonk dreams, barroom brawls, and plenty of softcore antics in a seedy roadside tavern.

HONKY TONK NIGHTS

They Thought They Were Hard Men ... But She Became Too Hot to Handle

1978 · 1h 11m · R · Action / Comedy / Drama · IMDB TMDB

Former stripper turned aspiring country singer Bette Barnette gets a gig performing at a seedy tavern run by the no-nonsense Georgia. However, poor Bette can't get the rowdy male patrons to take her seriously as a singer.

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Where the country dreams are big, but the bar fights are even bigger.

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Carol Doda trades the stage for the microphone as Bette Barnette, but the crowd at Georgia’s tavern is more interested in girl fights and nudity than her country tunes. With Georgina Spelvin and Serena adding to the chaos—and a motorcycle chase thrown in for good measure—this is sexploitation that pours the suds and the drama in equal measure.

— SassyFlix Programmer
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Quick Answer
What is Honky Tonk Nights about?

Honky Tonk Nights is a 1978 American action, comedy, and drama film directed by Charles Webb about a former stripper aiming for country stardom at a rough tavern, caught in a web of rivalries, schemes, and nightclub chaos.

Details & Specs
Director
Charles Webb
Writers
Arthur Chance, Charles Webb
Release
1978
Runtime
1h 11m
Language
English
Genres
Action, Comedy, Drama

Synopsis

Former stripper turned aspiring country singer Bette Barnette gets a gig performing at a seedy tavern run by the no-nonsense Georgia. However, poor Bette can't get the rowdy male patrons to take her seriously as a singer. Meanwhile, evil local businessman Sam Diamond plots to get his greedy hands on Georgia's place, feisty and ambitious younger singer Dolly Pop doesn't take it lightly that Bette has taken her job, and Bette's sister Doris Ann has problems of her own with her wannabe daredevil boyfriend Danny.

Why Cult

Sexploitation Star Power

Carol Doda and Georgina Spelvin headline a cast of notorious genre icons, bringing their signature flair to both the stage and the mayhem.

Barroom Brawls & Girl Fights

From girl fights to all-out barroom chaos, the action delivers on the promise of rowdy honky-tonk nights.

Full Nudity & Softcore Sizzle

Expect R-rated softcore scenes and unabashed full nudity as part of this film’s vintage grindhouse DNA.

Motorcycle Chase Drama

A motorcycle chase spices up the plot, adding a high-octane twist to the honky-tonk hijinks.

Cast & Crew

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Director: Charles Webb Writers: Arthur Chance +1 more
Carol Doda Carol Doda Belle Barnette Jack Elliott Jack Elliott Bill Garvey Georgina Spelvin Georgina Spelvin Georgia Serena Serena Dolly Pop DC Dan Carter Dan Dupree Jim Haynie Jim Haynie Sam Diamond BS Bermuda Schwartz Dot CC Cris Cassidy Doris Ann DW De Wood Bobby MS Mike Smith Frank Stoner AB Amanda Blake Honey NE Naomi Eisenberg Service Station Owner MP Maryann Price Service Station Owner JG John Girton Service Station Owner SP Sid Page Service Station Owner BS B.E. Sims Mule RN Rick Nowels Piano Player NS Ned Selff Steel Guitar Player RA Rob Anderson Drummer RC Ralph Castellanos Brawler SC Sid Campbell Brawler LL Lance Lorenzen Brawler MS Mitch Silveria Brawler JB John Bellah Garvey's Agent CS Clancey Smith Stoner's Agent JC Jerry Cronin Stoner's Henchman JD Joseph Darling Man with Fork in Cheek

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Questions from the Vault

What is Honky Tonk Nights about? +

Honky Tonk Nights follows former stripper Bette Barnette as she tries to launch a country singing career in a rowdy tavern, facing tough crowds, rival singers, and a scheming businessman.

When was Honky Tonk Nights released? +

Honky Tonk Nights was released in 1978.

Who directed Honky Tonk Nights? +

Honky Tonk Nights was directed by Charles Webb.

How long is Honky Tonk Nights? +

Honky Tonk Nights has a runtime of 71 minutes.

What genre is Honky Tonk Nights? +

Honky Tonk Nights is an action, comedy, and drama film with strong sexploitation elements.

Where can I watch Honky Tonk Nights? +

Honky Tonk Nights is available to stream on SassyFlix.

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