Mean Dog Blues (1978): cast, story & where to watch
1978 · Film · ★ 4.6
Released in 1978, Mean Dog Blues is an action film directed by Mel Stuart, running about 108 minutes. “No one ever escaped from prison camp #4. This one kid is going to try!” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. A victim of circumstance, country and western musician Paul Ramsey finds himself on a Southern chain gang.
Who’s in it. Mean Dog Blues stars Gregg Henry as Paul Ramsey, Kay Lenz as Linda Ramsey, Scatman Crothers as Mudcat and Tina Louise as Donna Lacey, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 4.6/10, Mean Dog Blues has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Mean Dog Blues page.
If you liked it. Fans of Mean Dog Blues tend to enjoy The Dark Knight, The Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King, Inception and The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Mean Dog Blues (1978)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Mean Dog Blues change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Mean Dog Blues worth watching?
- Mean Dog Blues holds an audience score of 4.6 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy action. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Mean Dog Blues?
- Mean Dog Blues stars Gregg Henry, Kay Lenz, Scatman Crothers, Tina Louise and Felton Perry.
- When was Mean Dog Blues released?
- Mean Dog Blues was released in 1978, with a runtime of about 108 minutes.