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Klute (1971)

โ€œYou'd never take her for a call girl. You'd never take him for a cop.โ€

6.8/10 ยท 541 votes 1h 54m r ThrillerDramaCrimeMystery

#22 of 28 films from 1971 #850 of 2475 in thriller

Directed by Alan J. Pakula ยท Written by Andy Lewis, David P. Lewis, David E. Lewis

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Overview

A high-priced call girl is forced to depend on a reluctant private eye when she is stalked by a psychopath.

Cast

Jane Fondaas Bree Daniels
Donald Sutherlandas John Klute
Charles Cioffias Peter Cable
Roy Scheideras Frank Ligourin
Dorothy Tristanas Arlyn Page
Rita Gamas Trina
Nathan Georgeas Trask
Vivian Nathanas Psychiatrist
Morris Strassbergas Mr. Goldfarb
Barry Snideras Berger
Betty Murrayas Holly Gruneman
Shirley Stoleras Momma Reese
Jane Whiteas Janie Dale
Robert Millias Tom Gruneman

Facts

Release dateJune 23, 1971
Runtime114 min (1h 54m) โ€” about the same as the 1971 average of 111 min
GenresThriller, Drama, Crime, Mystery
LanguageEN
Budget$2,500,000
Box office$12,512,637 (5.0ร— budget)
IMDbtt0067309

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Questions

How long is Klute?
Klute runs 114 minutes (1h 54m).
Is Klute worth watching?
TMDB users give it 6.8/10 across 541 votes, which places it #22 of 28 films released in 1971 in this index (top 25%) and #850 among 2475 thriller titles.
Who directed Klute?
Klute was directed by Alan J. Pakula. Other well-rated titles by the same director: All the President's Men (1976), Sophie's Choice (1982), Presumed Innocent (1990).
Who stars in Klute?
Jane Fonda as Bree Daniels; Donald Sutherland as John Klute; Charles Cioffi as Peter Cable; Roy Scheider as Frank Ligourin; Dorothy Tristan as Arlyn Page; Rita Gam as Trina.
What is Klute rated?
It carries a r certification in its home market. Ratings differ by country.
Where can I watch the trailer for Klute?
Open the title in the MTDb app for trailers, images and streaming links: https://mv.peoplentools.com/titles/25641.

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