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Aug 15, 2025

Pete

Mr. Eighties

Pete has published a news story:

On This Day August 15 1980 – Smokey and the Bandit II Premiered in Theaters.

On this day August 15 1980, Smokey and the Bandit II arrived in theaters, bringing Burt Reynolds back as the charismatic outlaw Bo Darville. This sequel reunited him with Sally Field as Carrie and Jerry Reed as Cledus, delivering another wild ride packed with fast cars, comedic situations, and daring chases.

In this second adventure, the Bandit is hired to transport an unusual and very large cargo...

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