Fools' Parade (1971)

"Glory, W.Va., 1935. It wasn't exactly a parade. It wasn't a time for celebration. It was a time to run for your life."

Comedy Drama Thriller

Overview

When a trio of ex-convicts led by Mattie Appleyard is released from prison, they hope to open a general store using money Mattie has saved during his 40-year sentence. This attempt is met with great resistance from a corrupt prison official and the banker who issued Mattie the check.

Duration

98 min

Rating

⭐ 6.7 / 10

Status

Released

Release Date

Aug 18, 1971

Languages

English, German

Production

Columbia Pictures, Stanmore Productions, Penbar Productions