Midnight Express 1978

Name: Midnight Express
Released: 1978-08-31
Cast: Brad Davis, Irene Miracle, Bo Hopkins, Paolo Bonacelli, Paul L. Smith

Synopsis:

Billy Hayes is caught attempting to smuggle drugs out of Turkey. The Turkish courts decide to make an example of him, sentencing him to more than 30 years in prison. Hayes has two opportunities for release: the appeals made by his lawyer, his family, and the American government, or the "Midnight Express".

Directed by:	Alan Parker
Written by:	Oliver Stone & Billy Hayes & William Hoffer
Release date:	1978-08-31
Runtime:	121 minutes
Critics score:	95 / 100
Tagline:	Walk into the incredible true experience of Billy Hayes. And bring all the courage you can.