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Play Misty for Me (1971)

โ€œThe scream you hear may be your own!โ€

6.6/10 ยท 590 votes 1h 42m r ThrillerDrama

#24 of 28 films from 1971 #1098 of 2475 in thriller

Directed by Clint Eastwood ยท Written by Dean Riesner, Jo Heims

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Overview

A brief fling between a late-night radio disc jockey and an obsessed female fan takes a frightening turn when another woman enters the picture.

Cast

Clint Eastwoodas Dave
Jessica Walteras Evelyn
Donna Millsas Tobie
John Larchas Sgt. McCallum
Jack Gingas Frank
Irene Herveyas Madge
James McEachinas Al Monte
Clarice Tayloras Birdie
Don Siegelas Murphy
Duke Evertsas Jay Jay
George Fargoas Man
Mervin W. Fratesas Locksmith
Tim Frawleyas Deputy Sheriff
Otis Kadanias Policeman

Facts

Release dateOctober 1, 1971
Runtime102 min (1h 42m) โ€” about the same as the 1971 average of 111 min
GenresThriller, Drama
LanguageEN
Budget$725,000
Box office$10,600,000 (14.6ร— budget)
IMDbtt0067588

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Questions

How long is Play Misty for Me?
Play Misty for Me runs 102 minutes (1h 42m).
Is Play Misty for Me worth watching?
TMDB users give it 6.6/10 across 590 votes, which places it #24 of 28 films released in 1971 in this index (top 18%) and #1098 among 2475 thriller titles.
Who directed Play Misty for Me?
Play Misty for Me was directed by Clint Eastwood. Other well-rated titles by the same director: Million Dollar Baby (2004), Gran Torino (2008), Unforgiven (1992).
Who stars in Play Misty for Me?
Clint Eastwood as Dave; Jessica Walter as Evelyn; Donna Mills as Tobie; John Larch as Sgt. McCallum; Jack Ging as Frank; Irene Hervey as Madge.
What is Play Misty for Me rated?
It carries a r certification in its home market. Ratings differ by country.
Where can I watch the trailer for Play Misty for Me?
Open the title in the MTDb app for trailers, images and streaming links: https://mv.peoplentools.com/titles/18253.

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