


Film · Released
The Laughing Policeman
“This movie is so real it makes every other movie in this town look like a movie.”
The Laughing Policeman at a glance
The Laughing Policeman is a 1973 crime and drama film, running 1h 52m. Its current release status is “Released”. Age rating: R in the United Kingdom.
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Rated R in the United Kingdom — intended for adults. Expect the themes and content that rating covers.
All key facts8
- Type
- Feature film
- Released
- 1973-12-20
- Runtime
- 1h 52m
- Genres
- Crime, Drama, Thriller
- Director
- Stuart Rosenberg
- Original language
- English
- Status
- Released
- TMDB rating
- 6.2 / 10 · 80 votes
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Availability
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Synopsis
Feature filmWhen a gunman opens fire on a crowded city bus in San Francisco, Detective Dave Evans is killed, along with the man he'd been following in relation to a murder. Evans' partner, Sgt. Jake Martin, becomes obsessed with solving the case.
Cast
14 names
Walter MatthauSgt. Jake Martin SFPD
Bruce DernInsp. Leo Larsen SFPD
Louis Gossett Jr.Insp. James Larrimore SFPD
Albert PaulsenHenry Camerero
Anthony ZerbeLt. Nat Steiner SFPD
Val AveryInsp. John Pappas SFPD
Cathy Lee CrosbyKay Butler
Mario GalloBobby Mow, Snitch
Joanna CassidyMonica, Beth's Roomate
Frances Lee McCainProstitute
Clifton JamesOfficer Jim Maloney SFPD Bomb Squad
Paul KosloDuane Haygood
Matt ClarkCoronor
William HansenMr. Schwermer, Bus VicitmQuestions about The Laughing Policeman
Quick answersWhere can I watch The Laughing Policeman in the United Kingdom?
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Is The Laughing Policeman suitable for children?
The Laughing Policeman is rated R in the United Kingdom. That rating covers the themes and content levels set by the local classifier, so use it together with your own judgement for younger viewers.
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What is The Laughing Policeman about?
When a gunman opens fire on a crowded city bus in San Francisco, Detective Dave Evans is killed, along with the man he'd been following in relation to a murder. Evans' partner, Sgt. Jake Martin, becomes obsessed with solving the case.
How long is The Laughing Policeman?
The Laughing Policeman runs for 1h 52m. The certification and runtime come from TMDB and can differ by region.
Can I watch the The Laughing Policeman trailer?
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