In a corrupt city, a small-time gangster and the estranged wife of a pot dealer find themselves thrown together in an escapade of love, money, drugs and danger.

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Credits

Crew

DirectorLouis Malle

WriterJohn Guare

CinematographerRichard Ciupka

ComposerMichel Legrand

EditorSuzanne Baron

ProducerJohn Kemeny, Denis Héroux

Cast

Burt Lancasteras Lou

Susan Sarandonas Sally

Kate Reidas Grace

Michel Piccolias Joseph

Hollis McLarenas Chrissy

Robert Joyas Dave

Al Waxmanas Alfie

Robert Gouletas Singer

Moses Znaimeras Felix

Angus MacInnesas Vinnie

Sean Sullivanas Buddy

Wallace Shawnas Waiter

Harvey Atkinas Bus Driver

Norma Dell'Agneseas Jeanne

Louis Del Grandeas Mr. Shapiro

John McCurryas Fred

Eleanor Beecroftas Mrs. Reese

Cec Linderas President of Hospital

Sean McCannas Detective

Vincent Gloriosoas Young Doctor

Double Feature

Streaming now, and why it pairs with this film

May Fools1990

Both directed by Louis Malle, and both starring Michel Piccoli

Or

My Dinner with André1981Both directed by Louis Malle
Elevator to the Gallows1958Both directed by Louis Malle

Atlantic City (1980) | Criteria