The Baron and the Kid

The Baron and the Kid

Nothing to lose ... everything to win

1984 · 94 min · ★ 8.0 · Drama, TV Movie

Johnny Cash heads the cast in this sentimental drama, which follows a famed pool hustler (Cash) whose reunion with his long-lost son (Greg Webb) sets the stage for a series of adventures as they join forces to open a pool hall. Based on a hit song written by Cash, the film also stars Richard Roundtree, Tracy Pollan, June Carter Cash and Darren McGavin. The Cash family patriarch performs on the soundtrack.

Directed by Gary Nelson · Written by Bill Stratton

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