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Lost in America

R19851h 31mAlbert Brooks
IMDb 7.0 · Rotten Tomatoes 95% · Metacritic 78

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David and Linda Howard are successful yuppies from LA. When he gets a job disappointment, David convinces Linda that they should quit their jobs, liquidate their assets, and emulate the movie Easy Rider, spending the rest of their lives traveling around America...in a Winnebago.

Comedy
New York CityGamblingYuppieSatireRouletteLas VegasFired From The JobRecreational VehicleRoad MovieHoover Dam

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Frequently asked questions

What is Lost in America (1985) about?

David and Linda Howard are successful yuppies from LA. When he gets a job disappointment, David convinces Linda that they should quit their jobs, liquidate their assets, and emulate the movie Easy Rider, spending the rest of their lives traveling around America...in a Winnebago.

Who stars in Lost in America?

Lost in America stars Albert Brooks (David Howard), Julie Hagerty (Linda Howard), Michael Greene (Paul Dunn), Garry Marshall (Casino Manager), Maggie Roswell (Patty). The film was directed by Albert Brooks.

How long is Lost in America?

Lost in America has a runtime of 1 min and premiered in 1985. It is rated R.

Is Lost in America worth watching?

Lost in America holds an IMDb rating of 7.0/10. On Rotten Tomatoes it scores 95. Fans of Comedy are most likely to enjoy it — TasteRay can tell you how well it matches your personal taste.

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