Outside Ozona (1998): cast, story & where to watch

1998 · Film · ★ 5.6

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Released in 1998, Outside Ozona is a comedy, thriller, drama and romance film directed by J.S. Cardone, running about 100 minutes. “Somewhere down the road is the end of the line.” — that tagline sets the tone.

What it’s about. A widowed trucker (Robert Forster) fends off isolation in the company of a dog named Girl, two bickering sisters (Beth Ann Styne, Sherilyn Fenn) try to reconcile their differences and a down-and-out circus clown (Kevin Pollak) and his stripper girlfriend (Penelope Ann Miller) must fight the temptation of crime on the road. Their common companion is an angry disc jockey (Taj Mahal) at odds with a desperate boss (Meat Loaf). All these people will find their lives intertwined by the hand of fate. And before the night gives way to day, some will breathe their last breath... Outside Ozona.

Who’s in it. Outside Ozona stars Robert Forster as Odell Parks, Kevin Pollak as Wit Roy, Sherilyn Fenn as Marcy Duggan and David Paymer as Alan Defaux, among others.

How it landed. With an audience score of 5.6/10, Outside Ozona has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response. It went on to earn $7.4K at the box office.

Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Outside Ozona page.

If you liked it. Fans of Outside Ozona tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.

Frequently asked

Where can I watch Outside Ozona (1998)?
Streaming, rental and purchase options for Outside Ozona change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
Is Outside Ozona worth watching?
Outside Ozona holds an audience score of 5.6 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy, thriller, drama and romance. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
Who stars in Outside Ozona?
Outside Ozona stars Robert Forster, Kevin Pollak, Sherilyn Fenn, David Paymer and Penelope Ann Miller.
When was Outside Ozona released?
Outside Ozona was released in 1998, with a runtime of about 100 minutes.