"Smokey and the Bandit" is a 1977 action comedy film directed by Hal Needham. The movie stars Burt Reynolds as Bo "Bandit" Darville, Sally Field as Carrie, Jerry Reed as Cledus "Snowman" Snow, and Jackie Gleason as Sheriff Buford T. Justice. The film was a commercial success and became a cultural phenomenon.
The story revolves around a bet between two wealthy Texans. Big Enos Burdette (Pat McCormick) and his son Little Enos Burdette (Paul Williams) bet the Bandit (Reynolds) that he can't transport a truckload of Coors beer from Texas to Georgia within a specified amount of time. Bandit, along with his friend Snowman (Reed), takes on the challenge, but they soon find themselves pursued by the relentless Sheriff Buford T. Justice (Gleason).
The film is known for its high-speed chases, humor, and the chemistry between the lead characters. Burt Reynolds' charismatic performance, along with the entertaining action sequences, contributed to the film's success. "Smokey and the Bandit" also spawned two sequels and left a lasting impact on popular culture, particularly in the realm of trucker and car chase movies.