

Tough
1974, English. Directed by Horace Jackson.
Needs His Hide Whipped Ten Times A Day!
Johnny is a mischievous kid. He tells the teacher he didn't get his homework done because his mother just died. Of course, the teacher finds out that Johnny's mother is very much among the living. Johnny's antics become much worse when he discovers his parents are having marital problems.
- Runtime
- 1h 27m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
- Rated
- G
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- Released
- 23 July 1974
- Country
- United States of America
- Written by
- Horace Jackson, Lynda Holmquist
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Tough: quick answers
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How long is Tough?
Tough runs 87 minutes (1h 27m).
Does Tough have a post-credits scene?
None is listed for Tough. Viewers tag these on TMDB, so a brand-new film may not be tagged yet.
Tough parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
Tough is rated G in India. That rating means it is generally fine for children.
Which OTT platform is Tough on?
Tough isn’t streaming on any OTT platform in India yet; it released on 23 July 1974. (Checked 9 November 2026.)
What movies are like Tough?
If you liked Tough, try The Truth About Emanuel, F.I.S.T., Call Me Crazy: A Five Film.
Who directed Tough?
Tough (1974) was directed by Horace Jackson and stars Dion Gossett, Christopher Townes, Renny Roker.