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Uphill All the Way is a 1986 comedy-western movie directed by Frank Q. Dobbs. The movie stars was a hit with country music fans as it features some of the most popular country music stars of the time including Roy Clark, Mel Tillis, and Burl Ives. The movie opens in 1945 with cowboy Roy McLean (played by Roy Clark) and his best friend and sidekick, Boar Hog (played by Mel Tillis) being released from the army. They return to their hometown of Alta Mesa, Texas, only to find that their ranch is in shambles and that their ex-partner, Gideon (played by Burl Ives), has taken it over. Roy and Boar Hog then embark on a journey to get their ranch back from Gideon.

The duo's journey takes them through various misadventures including dodging a group of bandits, stealing a car, and getting in trouble with a group of nuns. Along the way, they pick up a young hitchhiker named Pearline (played by Trudy Koffman), who seems more than willing to help them out. Together, they eventually reach their ranch and plan their revenge on Gideon.

However, things don't go as planned as Gideon has already sold the ranch to a bank. Roy and Boar Hog then hatch a plan to rob the bank, get their money back, and buy the ranch back at an auction. They team up with a group of outlaws, including a young Willie Nelson, to pull off the heist.

Uphill All the Way is a light-hearted movie that doesn't take itself too seriously. It's a fun comedy that features some of the biggest country music stars of the time. The movie is full of classic western tropes but also includes some modern elements, such as a car chase and a nod to Bonnie and Clyde.

The performances are solid and the chemistry between Roy Clark and Mel Tillis is the highlight of the movie. The pair has a natural comedic timing that makes the movie a joy to watch. Burl Ives also delivers a great performance as the villainous Gideon.

The movie's soundtrack features classic country music from Willie Nelson and Roy Clark, among others. The songs fit perfectly with the movie's theme and add to the overall enjoyment of the film.

Overall, Uphill All the Way is a fun, light-hearted movie that will appeal to fans of classic westerns and country music. It's a great weekend watch that will leave you feeling happy and entertained.

Uphill All the Way is a 1986 comedy with a runtime of 83 hours. It has received mostly poor reviews from critics and viewers, who have given it an IMDb score of 4.0.