linlee Review of Billy Jack Goes to Washington

Billy Jack Goes to Washington (1977)

Remake of the 1939 Mr. Smith Goes to Washington.

[5/10 · 15 February 2001]

The only differences between this film and Mr. Smith Goes to Washington are to update it from 1939 to 1977 and to fit it into the context of the Billy Jack character. Even some of the names are the same. Jimmy Stewart's portrayal of Mr. Smith is a classic. This remake doesn't come close to living up to the original. If you're a Billy Jack fan it's worth a watch. If you're not a Billy Jack fan watch Jimmy Stewart in the original instead.