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The Laughing Policeman

The Laughing Policeman

This movie is so real it makes every other movie in this town look like a movie.

When a gunman opens fire on a crowded city bus in San Francisco, Detective Dave Evans is killed, along with the man he'd been following in relation to a murder. Evans' partner, Sgt. Jake Martin, becomes obsessed with solving the case.

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Movie Details

  • Original Title: The Laughing Policeman
  • Genres: Crime, Thriller, Drama
  • Release Date: 1973-12-20
  • Runtime: 112 minutes
  • Rating: 6.2/10 (61 votes)
  • Budget: $2,280,000
  • Revenue: $1,700,000
  • Production Companies: 20th Century Fox
  • Status: Released
  • Popularity: 0.7353
  • Languages: English

Cast & Crew

Walter Matthau

Walter Matthau

as Sgt. Jake Martin SFPD

Bruce Dern

Bruce Dern

as Insp. Leo Larsen SFPD

Louis Gossett Jr.

Louis Gossett Jr.

as Insp. James Larrimore SFPD

Albert Paulsen

Albert Paulsen

as Henry Camerero

Anthony Zerbe

Anthony Zerbe

as Lt. Nat Steiner SFPD

Val Avery

Val Avery

as Insp. John Pappas SFPD

Cathy Lee Crosby

Cathy Lee Crosby

as Kay Butler

Mario Gallo

Mario Gallo

as Bobby Mow, Snitch

Joanna Cassidy

Joanna Cassidy

as Monica, Beth's Roomate

Frances Lee McCain

Frances Lee McCain

as Prostitute

Gallery

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Trailers & Clips

The Laughing Policeman (1973) ORIGINAL TRAILER [HD 1080p]

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Keywords

san francisco, californiamass murdermurderkiller

Frequently Asked Questions

What is The Laughing Policeman?

The Laughing Policeman is a Crime, Thriller, Drama movie directed by . It was released on 1973-12-20.

Who are the main actors in The Laughing Policeman?

The main cast includes Walter Matthau, Bruce Dern, Louis Gossett Jr., Albert Paulsen, Anthony Zerbe, .

Where can I watch The Laughing Policeman online?

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

Is The Laughing Policeman based on a true story?

This movie is so real it makes every other movie in this town look like a movie.

What is the IMDb rating of The Laughing Policeman?

The Laughing Policeman has an IMDb rating of 6.2/10 based on 61 votes.

What is the budget and revenue of The Laughing Policeman?

The movie had a production budget of $2,280,000 and earned $1,700,000 at the box office.

Who composed the soundtrack for The Laughing Policeman?

The soundtrack was composed by 20th Century Fox. You can listen to it on music streaming platforms.

Where was The Laughing Policeman filmed?

The Laughing Policeman was filmed in multiple locations worldwide. You can find official filming locations on IMDb.

How long is The Laughing Policeman?

The total runtime of The Laughing Policeman is 112 minutes.

Is The Laughing Policeman suitable for kids?

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

Will there be a sequel to The Laughing Policeman?

There is no official announcement yet for a sequel to The Laughing Policeman.

Does The Laughing Policeman have a post-credit scene?

Some movies include post-credit scenes. Stay till the end to find out!

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