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Fire up the CB radio and grab your gear! This week on Hollywood Hangout , your host Boxman is back in the driver’s seat, and we are thrilled to welcome back the one and only Derk for another high-speed deep dive. In this episode, we’re hitting the road to dissect the 1980 sequel, Smokey and the Bandit II . While the mustache is just as iconic, the road trip is a whole different beast this time around. We break down the return of the legendary cast—from the chemistry between Burt Reynolds and Sally Field to the tireless pursuit of Jackie Gleason’s Sheriff Justice. On the itinerary for this episode: Cast & Characters: We look at where our favorite bootleggers are at the start of the decade and how the sequel handles their evolving dynamics. The Script: Breaking down the most memorable (and perhaps questionable) quotes from the film. The Turbo Trans Am Trap: We discuss the real-world fallout for fans who rushed out to buy the 1980 Turbo Trans Am, only to find it didn't quite live up to the cinematic hype. The Legend of The Bandit: A look at the rise and fall of Bo Darville. Is he still the hero we remember, or has the road finally caught up with him? Whether you're a die-hard fan of the franchise or just here for the 80s nostalgia, join Boxman and Derk as we decide if this sequel is a classic cruiser or if it ran out of gas. Check us out every Thursday at 9:30 PM Eastern YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@hollywoodhangoutpodcast Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/1ymX0HRkWB45ja11B2I6fm Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/hollywood-hangout/id1132940251 Castbox: https://castbox.fm/channel/4647345?country=us Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/HollywoodHangout/
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