Americathon

1979 PG 1h 26m 4.5

In a story told in narrative flashbacks, a young TV consultant is hired by the President of a bankrupt USA to organize a telethon in order to prevent the country from being repossessed by wealthy Native Americans.

In the not too distant future, the United States government is virtually bankrupt and in danger of being foreclosed on by a group of Native Americans, now owners of the massive Nike Corporation. A desperate President decides to make a last-ditch effort to save the country... by raising money with a telethon! Written by

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Info about Americathon

Studio(s): United Artists, Lorimar Filmgesellschaft GmbH

Originally Released: United States on Aug 10, 1979

Genres: Comedy, Musical