Randy Travis Movies

Bill and Gloria Gaither have made an empire out of their homespun brand of Christian gospel. Since the 1960s, they've written hundreds of tunes, recorded dozens of albums, hosted their own television show, and found time to write books, direct musicals, and create a magazine - all devoted to contemporary Christian faith. In this 100-minute video in the "Homecoming" series, the duo team up with their largest contingent of supporting musicians to date to bring a welcoming Indiana Roof Ballroom audience a concert chock full of standards, originals, and inspirational banter. Guests for Bill and Gloria Gaither and Their Homecoming Friends: Freedom Band include Randy Travis and The Oak Ridge Boys. ~ Michael Hastings, All Movie Guide

Kevin Hooks (Passenger 57) directed this action drama about an ex-convict tricked into trucking illegal weapons across state lines. Truckdriver Jack Crews (Patrick Swayze) fell asleep at the wheel, resulting in an accident that brought him a conviction of vehicular manslaughter and a two-year prison sentence. Minus a license to drive the big rigs, Jack works for a trucking firm as a mechanic to support his wife (Brenda Strong) and daughter (Erin Broderick). His paycheck doesn't cover his overdue mortgage payments, so Jack reluctantly accepts an offer from his new boss Cutler (Graham Beckel) to make $10,000 "off the books" with a no-questions-asked delivery of toilets from Georgia to New Jersey. Jack has doubts after he goes to Georgia to get his rig; Cutler's associate Red (Meat Loaf) gives Jack a driving partner (Randy Travis) and an armed duo (Gabriel Casseus and Brian Vincent). After the four depart, Red orders others to hijack the cargo. A lengthy chase begins -- with various vehicles from motorcycles to 18-wheelers trying to get Jack off the road. After Jack learns his truck is not flush with toilets but instead is filled with a cargo of AK-47s, he phones Cutler to resign, prompting Cutler to take Jack's wife and child as hostages. Jack then moves from neutral to high gear -- with smash-ups and shootouts just around the next curve. The soundtrack includes Rhett Akins' new interpretation of "Drivin' My Life Away" by Eddie Rabbit (who died at the age of 53 during the week this film was released). ~ Bhob Stewart, All Movie Guide

Looking for Christmas spirit? Well, how about a spirit celebrating Christmas? That's the star attraction in this computer-animated story for the entire family. The holiday season has arrived, and Casper the Friendly Ghost (voice of Brendon Ryan Barrett) is looking forward to celebrating Christmas. But it turns out that Kibosh, the ruler of the ghost's world, has some bad news for Casper -- he hasn't been scaring enough people lately, and unless he can put a fright into someone on Christmas Eve, he'll be exiled to the land of the wicked ghosts. Casper is sent to the village of Chrismassachusetts and tries to frighten someone, but try as he might, Casper is too goodhearted to scare anyone on Christmas Eve. However, his friends the Ghostly Trio are looking after him, and when they see what sort of trouble Casper is having, they talk his cousin Spooky into frightening someone for him. Top-selling country music star Randy Travis contributes a new song to the soundtrack. This direct-to-video release was produced under the title Casper's a Merry Scary Christmas. ~ Mark Deming, All Movie Guide

This musical performance video brings some of country's greatest songs to life. He Walked On Water, by Randy Travis, I Fell in Love, by Carlene Carter and Strangers Again, by Holly Dunn are just a few offered. ~ All Movie Guide

Some of the most famous names in country music are captured in rare performances on this home video release. Compiled from appearances on the annual Music City News Awards broadcast and the later Nashville Network Viewers Choice Awards shows, Country Legends Live features unique renditions of great country hits that have not been seen since the original television specials were aired. Country Legends Live includes Johnny Cash ("Sixteen Tons"), Hank Williams Jr. ("Born to Boogie"), Randy Travis ("Forever and Ever, Amen"), Reba McEntire ("One Promise Too Late,") and many more. ~ Mark Deming, All Movie Guide

This documentary profiles the great country singer Ernest Tubb, who rose to fame with his hit "Walking the Floor Over You." The Texas-born musician was a regular at the Grand Ole Opry, and performed with his Troubadours at venues throughout the world. This documentary traces the long career that Tubb has enjoyed. Archival clips feature Tubb at his best, including appearances with Jimmie Rodgers. Family, friends, and musical cohorts pay tribute to the man and his music. ~ Rose of Sharon Winter, All Movie Guide

Martial arts star Steven Seagal stars in this action drama as Jack Taggart, an undercover agent working for the Environmental Protection Agency. When an EPA representative is murdered in a small Appalachian community, Taggart is sent in -- posing as a handyman working with a Christian relief agency -- to find out what happened. Taggart discovers that Orin Hanner (Kris Kristofferson), a powerful local businessman, has been illegally dumping toxic waste which has been leading to serious health problems among children in the area; it seems that the murdered agent knew too much and was killed to keep him quiet, a scenario the unscrupulous Hanner would be all too willing to repeat. Taggart becomes involved with Sarah Kellogg (Marg Helgenberger), a woman whose father also died under circumstances that trace back to Hanner. Harry Dean Stanton co-stars as Cotton, former member of The Band Levon Helm plays a preacher, and country music stars Travis Tritt and Randy Travis appear as themselves. ~ Mark Deming, All Movie Guide

Christian Craft stars in this 2001 coming-of-age drama from writer/director Jefferson Davis. The son of an abusive father played by country crooner Randy Travis, young John John devises a plan to escape along with his battered mother. Along with his mentally challenged pal Zeola (Rusty Schwimmer), John John attempts to build a working airplane that will take his mother and himself away from their grim life. John John in the Sky also stars Matt Letscher and Romy Rosemont. ~ Matthew Tobey, All Movie Guide

Country music star Randy Travis has brought the gift of music to millions. This program contains clips from several of his most popular music videos, including "Promises," "Cool Water," and "Forever and Ever Amen." There is also an engaging interview with Travis, relaxing at his home in Nashville. ~ Rose of Sharon Winter, All Movie Guide