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Hammett

Hammett

He created "The Maltese Falcon," "Sam Spade" and "The Thin Man." But he didn't write this mystery thriller...he lived it.

Chinatown, San Francisco, 1928. Former private detective Dashiell Hammett, a compulsive drinker with tuberculosis who writes pulp fiction for a living, receives an unexpected visit from an old friend asking for help.

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Movie Details

  • Original Title: Hammett
  • Genres: Drama, Thriller
  • Release Date: 1982-06-09
  • Runtime: 98 minutes
  • Rating: 6.2/10 (72 votes)
  • Budget: $0
  • Revenue: $0
  • Production Companies: American Zoetrope
  • Status: Released
  • Popularity: 0.7116
  • Languages: Cantonese, English

Cast & Crew

Frederic Forrest

Frederic Forrest

as Hammett

Peter Boyle

Peter Boyle

as Jimmy Ryan

Marilu Henner

Marilu Henner

as Kit Conger / Sue Alabama

Roy Kinnear

Roy Kinnear

as English Eddie Hagedorn

Lydia Lei

Lydia Lei

as Crystal Ling

Elisha Cook Jr.

Elisha Cook Jr.

as Eli the Taxi Driver

David Patrick Kelly

David Patrick Kelly

as The Punk

R.G. Armstrong

R.G. Armstrong

as Lt. O'Mara

Richard Bradford

Richard Bradford

as Detective Bradford

Jack Nance

Jack Nance

as Gary Salt

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Trailers & Clips

"Hammett" (1982) Trailer

External Links

Keywords

based on novel or booksan francisco, californiachinatownhistorical figurefemme fataleneo-noir1920scrime fiction writersemi-fiction

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Hammett?

Hammett is a Drama, Thriller movie directed by . It was released on 1982-06-09.

Who are the main actors in Hammett?

The main cast includes Frederic Forrest, Peter Boyle, Marilu Henner, Roy Kinnear, Lydia Lei, .

Where can I watch Hammett online?

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

Is Hammett based on a true story?

He created "The Maltese Falcon," "Sam Spade" and "The Thin Man." But he didn't write this mystery thriller...he lived it.

What is the IMDb rating of Hammett?

Hammett has an IMDb rating of 6.2/10 based on 72 votes.

What is the budget and revenue of Hammett?

The movie had a production budget of $0 and earned $0 at the box office.

Who composed the soundtrack for Hammett?

The soundtrack was composed by American Zoetrope. You can listen to it on music streaming platforms.

Where was Hammett filmed?

Hammett was filmed in multiple locations worldwide. You can find official filming locations on IMDb.

How long is Hammett?

The total runtime of Hammett is 98 minutes.

Is Hammett suitable for kids?

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

Will there be a sequel to Hammett?

There is no official announcement yet for a sequel to Hammett.

Does Hammett have a post-credit scene?

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