Goin' South
1978, English. Directed by Jack Nicholson.
In 1868 Longhorn Texas, a convicted outlaw had two choices: get hung, or get married.
Henry Moon is captured for a capital offense by a posse when his horse quits while trying to escape to Mexico. He finds that there is a post-Civil War law in the small town that any single or widowed woman can save him from the gallows by marrying him.
- Runtime
- 1h 49m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
- Rated
- PG
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- Released
- 6 October 1978
- Country
- United States of America
- Written by
- Charles Shyer, Alan Mandell, John Herman Shaner
- Box office
- $7.4M
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Goin' South: quick answers
Is Goin' South worth watching?
Our verdict is Snoozefest: Your time is worth more. It scores 5.8/10 from 177 TMDB viewer ratings.
How long is Goin' South?
Goin' South runs 109 minutes (1h 49m).
Does Goin' South have a post-credits scene?
None is listed for Goin' South. Viewers tag these on TMDB, so a brand-new film may not be tagged yet.
Goin' South parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
Goin' South is rated PG in India. That rating means it is generally fine for children.
Which OTT platform is Goin' South on?
Goin' South isn’t on a subscription OTT platform in India, but you can rent it online. (Checked 11 November 2026.)
What movies are like Goin' South?
If you liked Goin' South, try The Duchess and the Dirtwater Fox, North to Alaska, The Electric Horseman.
Who directed Goin' South?
Goin' South (1978) was directed by Jack Nicholson and stars Jack Nicholson, Mary Steenburgen, Christopher Lloyd.