The Amateur
In a world of professional assassins, there is no room for an amateur.
A researcher for the CIA who convinces his superiors to send him to the eastern bloc in order to avenge the murder of his wife by enemy agents discovers a web of deception underneath his wife's death.
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Movie Details
- Original Title: The Amateur
- Genres: Action, Crime, Thriller
- Release Date: 1981-12-11
- Runtime: 112 minutes
- Rating: 5.4/10 (16 votes)
- Budget: $8,338,578
- Revenue: $6,892,098
- Production Companies: Balkan Productions, Tiberius Film Productions
- Status: Released
- Popularity: 1.5036
- Languages: English
Cast & Crew
John Savage
as Charles Heller
Christopher Plummer
as Professor Lakos
Marthe Keller
as Elisabeth
Arthur Hill
as Brewer
Nicholas Campbell
as Schraeger
George Coe
as Rutledge
John Marley
as Molton
Jan Rubeš
as Kaplan
Ed Lauter
as Anderson
Miguel Fernandes
as Botaro
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The Amateur (1981) (TV Spot)
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is The Amateur?▼
The Amateur is a Action, Crime, Thriller movie directed by . It was released on 1981-12-11.
Who are the main actors in The Amateur?▼
The main cast includes John Savage, Christopher Plummer, Marthe Keller, Arthur Hill, Nicholas Campbell, .
Where can I watch The Amateur online?▼
You can check official streaming platforms like Netflix, Amazon Prime, or Disney+ to see if The Amateur is available.
Is The Amateur based on a true story?▼
In a world of professional assassins, there is no room for an amateur.
What is the IMDb rating of The Amateur?▼
The Amateur has an IMDb rating of 5.4/10 based on 16 votes.
What is the budget and revenue of The Amateur?▼
The movie had a production budget of $8,338,578 and earned $6,892,098 at the box office.
Who composed the soundtrack for The Amateur?▼
The soundtrack was composed by Balkan Productions, Tiberius Film Productions. You can listen to it on music streaming platforms.
Where was The Amateur filmed?▼
The Amateur was filmed in multiple locations worldwide. You can find official filming locations on IMDb.
How long is The Amateur?▼
The total runtime of The Amateur is 112 minutes.
Is The Amateur suitable for kids?▼
The movie is rated Released. Please check parental guidelines before watching.
Will there be a sequel to The Amateur?▼
There is no official announcement yet for a sequel to The Amateur.
Does The Amateur have a post-credit scene?▼
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