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The Long Goodbye (1973)

โ€œNothing says goodbye like a bulletโ€ฆโ€

7.4/10 ยท 776 votes 1h 52m r ComedyThrillerDramaCrimeMystery

#12 of 30 films from 1973 #356 of 2885 in comedy

Directed by Robert Altman ยท Written by Leigh Brackett, Raymond Chandler

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Overview

In 1970s Hollywood, Detective Philip Marlowe tries to help a friend who is accused of murdering his wife.

Cast

Elliott Gouldas Philip Marlowe
Nina van Pallandtas Eileen Wade
Sterling Haydenas Roger Wade
Mark Rydellas Marty Augustine
Henry Gibsonas Dr. Verringer
David Arkinas Harry
Jim Boutonas Terry Lennox
Warren Berlingeras Morgan
Jo Ann Brodyas Jo Ann Eggenweiler
Stephen Coitas Detective Farmer
Jack Knightas Mabel
Pepe Callahanas Pepe
Vincent Palmierias Vince
Pancho Cรณrdovaas Doctor

Facts

Release dateMarch 8, 1973
Runtime112 min (1h 52m) โ€” about the same as the 1973 average of 110 min
GenresComedy, Thriller, Drama, Crime, Mystery
LanguageEN
Budget$1,700,000
Box office$959,000 (0.6ร— budget)
IMDbtt0070334

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Questions

How long is The Long Goodbye?
The Long Goodbye runs 112 minutes (1h 52m).
Is The Long Goodbye worth watching?
TMDB users give it 7.4/10 across 776 votes, which places it #12 of 30 films released in 1973 in this index (top 63%) and #356 among 2885 comedy titles.
Who directed The Long Goodbye?
The Long Goodbye was directed by Robert Altman. Other well-rated titles by the same director: The Player (1992), Short Cuts (1993), M*A*S*H (1970).
Who stars in The Long Goodbye?
Elliott Gould as Philip Marlowe; Nina van Pallandt as Eileen Wade; Sterling Hayden as Roger Wade; Mark Rydell as Marty Augustine; Henry Gibson as Dr. Verringer; David Arkin as Harry.
What is The Long Goodbye rated?
It carries a r certification in its home market. Ratings differ by country.
Where can I watch the trailer for The Long Goodbye?
Open the title in the MTDb app for trailers, images and streaming links: https://mv.peoplentools.com/titles/10341.

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