Lookin' to Get Out

Lookin' to Get Out

Year: 1982

Runtime: 105 min

Language: English

Director: Hal Ashby

Budget: $17M

Comedy

Two struggling friends from New York City, portrayed by Jon Voight and Burt Young, embark on a road trip seeking a change of fortune. As they leave their problems behind, they arrive in Las Vegas and devise a risky plan to win big at a casino. Their impulsive scheme leads to unexpected challenges and comedic situations as they try to achieve their dreams.

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