Rodeo Girl (1980): cast, story & where to watch
1980 · Film · ★ 10
Released in 1980, Rodeo Girl is a drama, tv movie and western film directed by Jackie Cooper, running about 96 minutes.
What it’s about. Sammy Garrett, the wife of a champion rodeo performer, is tired of her subsidiary role at home as a housewife. So she becomes an aspiring rodeo rider herself, encouraged by her one-time performer mother, and eventually confronts her new lifestyle, despite her husband's disapproval. Based on the true story of rodeo champion Sue Pirtle.
Who’s in it. Rodeo Girl stars Katharine Ross as Sammy Garrett, Bo Hopkins as Will Garrett, Candy Clark as J.R. Patterson and Jacqueline Brookes as Charlene, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 10.0/10, Rodeo Girl sits among the best-reviewed titles in the catalogue.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Rodeo Girl page.
If you liked it. Fans of Rodeo Girl tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Rodeo Girl (1980)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Rodeo Girl change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Rodeo Girl worth watching?
- Rodeo Girl holds an audience score of 10.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama, tv movie and western. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in Rodeo Girl?
- Rodeo Girl stars Katharine Ross, Bo Hopkins, Candy Clark, Jacqueline Brookes and Wilford Brimley.
- When was Rodeo Girl released?
- Rodeo Girl was released in 1980, with a runtime of about 96 minutes.