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The Passenger (1975)
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David Locke is a world-weary American journalist who has been sent to cover a conflict in northern Africa, but he makes little progress with the story. When he discovers the body of a stranger who looks similar to him, Locke assumes the dead man's identity. However, he soon finds out that the man was an arms dealer, leading Locke into dangerous situations. Aided by a beautiful woman, Locke attempts to avoid both the police and criminals out to get him.
Cast
Jack Nicholsonas David Locke
Maria Schneideras Girl
Jenny Runacreas Rachel Locke
Ian Hendryas Martin Knight
Steven Berkoffas Stephen
Ambroise Mbiaas Achebe
José María Caffarelas Hotel Keeper (uncredited)
James Campbellas Witch Doctor (uncredited)
Manfred Spiesas German Stranger (uncredited)
Jean-Baptiste Tiéméléas Murderer (uncredited)
Ángel del Pozoas Police Inspector (uncredited)
Charles Mulvehillas David Robertson (uncredited)
Miquel Bordoyas (uncredited)
Jaime Doriaas (uncredited)
Facts
| Release date | February 28, 1975 |
| Runtime | 126 min (2h 6m) — about the same as the 1975 average of 118 min |
| Genres | Thriller, Drama, Mystery |
| Original title | Professione: reporter |
| Language | IT |
| Box office | $768,744 |
| IMDb | tt0073580 |
More from Michelangelo Antonioni
La Notte1961 · ★ 7.9 · 2h 2m
L'Eclisse1962 · ★ 7.6 · 2h 6m
L'Avventura1960 · ★ 7.5 · 2h 24m
Red Desert1964 · ★ 7.3 · 1h 57m
Blow-Up1966 · ★ 7.3 · 1h 51m
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The Tenant1976 · ★ 7.6 · 2h 6m
The Long Goodbye1973 · ★ 7.4 · 1h 52m
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Questions
How long is The Passenger?
The Passenger runs 126 minutes (2h 6m).
Is The Passenger worth watching?
TMDB users give it 7.2/10 across 564 votes, which places it #14 of 19 films released in 1975 in this index (top 32%) and #474 among 2475 thriller titles.
Who directed The Passenger?
The Passenger was directed by Michelangelo Antonioni. Other well-rated titles by the same director: La Notte (1961), L'Eclisse (1962), L'Avventura (1960).
Who stars in The Passenger?
Jack Nicholson as David Locke; Maria Schneider as Girl; Jenny Runacre as Rachel Locke; Ian Hendry as Martin Knight; Steven Berkoff as Stephen; Ambroise Mbia as Achebe.
What is The Passenger rated?
It carries a pg-13 certification in its home market. Ratings differ by country.
Where can I watch the trailer for The Passenger?
Open the title in the MTDb app for trailers, images and streaming links: https://mv.peoplentools.com/titles/43331.