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Down by Law

Down by Law

It's not where you start - It's where you start again.

A disc jockey, a pimp and an Italian tourist escape from jail in New Orleans.

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Movie Details

  • Original Title: Down by Law
  • Genres: Crime, Drama, Comedy
  • Release Date: 1986-09-20
  • Runtime: 106 minutes
  • Rating: 7.3/10 (791 votes)
  • Budget: $1,100,000
  • Revenue: $1,529,206
  • Production Companies: Island Pictures, Black Snake, Grokenberger Film Produktion
  • Status: Released
  • Popularity: 4.0306
  • Languages: English, Italian

Cast & Crew

Tom Waits

Tom Waits

as Zack

John Lurie

John Lurie

as Jack

Roberto Benigni

Roberto Benigni

as Roberto

Nicoletta Braschi

Nicoletta Braschi

as Nicoletta

Ellen Barkin

Ellen Barkin

as Laurette

Billie Neal

Billie Neal

as Bobbie

Rockets Redglare

Rockets Redglare

as Gig

Vernel Bagneris

Vernel Bagneris

as Preston

Timothea

Timothea

as Julie

L.C. Drane

L.C. Drane

as L.C.

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Trailers & Clips

DOWN BY LAW Official Trailer [1986] 4K

Down by Law (1986) ORIGINAL TRAILER [HD 1080p]

Three Reasons: Down by Law

External Links

Keywords

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Down by Law?

Down by Law is a Crime, Drama, Comedy movie directed by . It was released on 1986-09-20.

Who are the main actors in Down by Law?

The main cast includes Tom Waits, John Lurie, Roberto Benigni, Nicoletta Braschi, Ellen Barkin, .

Where can I watch Down by Law online?

You can check official streaming platforms like Netflix, Amazon Prime, or Disney+ to see if Down by Law is available.

Is Down by Law based on a true story?

It's not where you start - It's where you start again.

What is the IMDb rating of Down by Law?

Down by Law has an IMDb rating of 7.3/10 based on 791 votes.

What is the budget and revenue of Down by Law?

The movie had a production budget of $1,100,000 and earned $1,529,206 at the box office.

Who composed the soundtrack for Down by Law?

The soundtrack was composed by Island Pictures, Black Snake, Grokenberger Film Produktion. You can listen to it on music streaming platforms.

Where was Down by Law filmed?

Down by Law was filmed in multiple locations worldwide. You can find official filming locations on IMDb.

How long is Down by Law?

The total runtime of Down by Law is 106 minutes.

Is Down by Law suitable for kids?

The movie is rated Released. Please check parental guidelines before watching.

Will there be a sequel to Down by Law?

There is no official announcement yet for a sequel to Down by Law.

Does Down by Law have a post-credit scene?

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