Smokey and the Bandit II
1980, English. Directed by Hal Needham.
The Bandit is back and better than ever!
The Bandit goes on another cross-country run, transporting an elephant from Florida to Texas. And, once again, Sheriff Buford T. Justice is on his tail.
- Runtime
- 1h 41m
- Post-credits
- Yes, stay
- Language
- English
- Rated
- PG
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Cast & crew
- Hal NeedhamDirector
- Burt ReynoldsBandit
- Jackie GleasonBuford T. Justice / Reginald Van Justice / Gaylord Justice
- Jerry ReedCledus
- Dom DeLuiseDoc
- Sally FieldCarrie
- Paul WilliamsLittle Enos
- Pat McCormickBig Enos
- David HuddlestonJohn Conn
- Mike HenryJunior
- John AndersonGovernor
- Brenda LeeNice Lady
- Phil BalsleyThe Statler Brothers Member
Details
- Released
- 15 August 1980
- Country
- United States of America
- Written by
- Brock Yates, Jerry Belson, Michael Kane
- Budget
- $17M
- Box office
- $66M
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Smokey and the Bandit II: quick answers
What should I watch before Smokey and the Bandit II?
Watch Smokey and the Bandit (1977) first.
What comes after Smokey and the Bandit II?
Next in the series: Smokey and the Bandit Part 3 (1983).
Is Smokey and the Bandit II worth watching?
Our verdict is Snoozefest: Your time is worth more. It scores 5.5/10 from 333 TMDB viewer ratings.
How long is Smokey and the Bandit II?
Smokey and the Bandit II runs 101 minutes (1h 41m).
Does Smokey and the Bandit II have a post-credits scene?
Yes. Smokey and the Bandit II has a scene during the credits, so don’t leave early.
Smokey and the Bandit II parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
Smokey and the Bandit II is rated PG in India. That rating means it is generally fine for children.
Which OTT platform is Smokey and the Bandit II on?
Smokey and the Bandit II isn’t on a subscription OTT platform in India, but you can rent it online. (Checked 13 November 2026.)
What movies are like Smokey and the Bandit II?
If you liked Smokey and the Bandit II, try The Naked Gun, Nothing to Lose, Renegade.
Who directed Smokey and the Bandit II?
Smokey and the Bandit II (1980) was directed by Hal Needham and stars Burt Reynolds, Jackie Gleason, Jerry Reed.