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The Out-of-Towners (1970) | Criteria

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The Out-of-Towners

English • 1970 • 1h 38m

This film is not currently available on the Criterion Channel

Director

Synopsis

A trip to New York for a job interview turns into a trip to hell for a small town couple.

Included in
New York Stories
Position 18
Included in
September 2021
Position 66
Included in
Scores by Quincy Jones
Position 12
Included in
Additions: March 2020
Position 53

Credits

Crew

DirectorArthur Hiller

WriterNeil Simon

CinematographerAndrew Laszlo

ComposerQuincy Jones

EditorFred A. Chulack

ProducerPaul Nathan

Cast

Jack Lemmonas George Kellerman

Sandy Dennisas Gwen Kellerman

Sandy Baronas Lenny Moyers

as Purse Snatching Victim in Police Station

Robert Nicholsas Passenger

Ann Prentissas Airline Stewardess

Ron Careyas Barney Polacek, Cab Driver in Boston

Philip Brunsas Officer Meyers

Graham Jarvisas Murray the mugger

Carlos Montalbánas Manuel Vargas

Robert Kingas Agent in Boston

Johnny Brownas Waiter in Train

Dolph Sweetas Police Sgt Kavalefski

Thalmus Rasulalaas Police Officer

Jon Korkesas Looter

Robert Waldenas Looter

Dort Clarkas Man on Train

Richard Libertinias Baggage Man - Boston

Paul Dooleyas Day Desk Clerk at Hotel

Anthony Hollandas Desk Clerk Night