The Born Losers
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The Born Losers

Best from age 16 · PG · 1967 · 114 min

The Born Losers

A Vietnam veteran, Billy Jack, confronts a violent biker gang terrorizing a California town. He defends innocent locals and a young woman from the gang's brutality, while also facing prejudice from local law enforcement.

What's in it

0 = none · 10 = intense

Violence & peril

Strong

7/10

Language

Moderate

3/10

Drinking, drugs & smoking

Moderate

4/10

Romance & sensuality

Moderate

5/10

Scary moments

Strong

6/10

Heads up

  • Frequent portrayals of biker gang violence and intimidation.
  • Implied sexual assault, though not explicitly shown on screen.
  • References to drug use and alcohol consumption.
  • Strong racial prejudice and discriminatory language.

Models well

  • Courage in the face of injustice
  • Standing up for the vulnerable
  • Challenging prejudice

Talk about it after

  • The impact of prejudice and racism on individuals and communities.
  • The responsibility to intervene when witnessing injustice.
  • Different approaches to justice and law enforcement.
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Cast & crew

"Born Losers" movie trailer [1967]

Adam Rifkin on BORN LOSERS

Born Losers (1967) trailer