‘Thunderbolt and Lightfoot’ opens in New York City 40 years ago today (May 23 1974)


Video: 'Thunderbolt and Lightfoot' trailer

(Thursday, May 23, 1974)Thunderbolt and Lightfoot, a crime film about an ex-thief who teams up with an enthusiastic, amiable young drifter, opened today in New York City.

Directed by Michael Cimino, the film starred Clint Eastwood and Jeff Bridges.