The Sugarland Express

2013 • 109 minutes

About this movie

Legendary filmmaker Steven Spielberg made his feature film directorial debut with this gripping, effective drama starring Academy Award®-winner Goldie Hawn. Hawn plays a young mother who becomes a fugitive and a cause celebre when she tries to prevent the adoption of her young son. What ensues is a harrowing chase through Texas involving lots and lots of police! Excellent performances and astute direction anchor this powerful and entertaining drama. Based on a true story. (Original Title - The Sugarland Express)