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Dog Day Afternoon

Dog Day Afternoon

Anything can happen during the dog days of summer. On August 22nd, 1972, everything did.

Based on the true story of would-be Brooklyn bank robbers John Wojtowicz and Salvatore Naturile. Sonny and Sal attempt a bank heist which quickly turns sour and escalates into a hostage situation and stand-off with the police. As Sonny's motives for the robbery are slowly revealed and things become more complicated, the heist turns into a media circus.

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Movie Details

  • Original Title: Dog Day Afternoon
  • Genres: Crime, Drama, Thriller
  • Release Date: 1975-09-21
  • Runtime: 124 minutes
  • Rating: 7.845/10 (3192 votes)
  • Budget: $1,800,000
  • Revenue: $56,665,856
  • Production Companies: Artists Entertainment Complex
  • Status: Released
  • Popularity: 3.6057
  • Languages: English

Cast & Crew

Al Pacino

Al Pacino

as Sonny

John Cazale

John Cazale

as Sal

Charles Durning

Charles Durning

as Moretti

Chris Sarandon

Chris Sarandon

as Leon

James Broderick

James Broderick

as Sheldon

Penelope Allen

Penelope Allen

as Sylvia

Sully Boyar

Sully Boyar

as Mulvaney

Beulah Garrick

Beulah Garrick

as Margaret

Carol Kane

Carol Kane

as Jenny

Sandra Kazan

Sandra Kazan

as Deborah

Gallery

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Trailers & Clips

Chris Sarandon reflects on Al Pacino’s performance in DOG DAY AFTERNOON.

Attica! | The Hostage Exchange

3 Things You Didn't Know About Oscar-winning "Dog Day Afternoon" w/ Carol Kane

Dog Day Afternoon (1975) ORIGINAL TRAILER

Sarah Polley on Sidney Lumet's DOG DAY AFTERNOON | From Studio 9

External Links

Keywords

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Dog Day Afternoon?

Dog Day Afternoon is a Crime, Drama, Thriller movie directed by . It was released on 1975-09-21.

Who are the main actors in Dog Day Afternoon?

The main cast includes Al Pacino, John Cazale, Charles Durning, Chris Sarandon, James Broderick, .

Where can I watch Dog Day Afternoon online?

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

Is Dog Day Afternoon based on a true story?

Anything can happen during the dog days of summer. On August 22nd, 1972, everything did.

What is the IMDb rating of Dog Day Afternoon?

Dog Day Afternoon has an IMDb rating of 7.845/10 based on 3192 votes.

What is the budget and revenue of Dog Day Afternoon?

The movie had a production budget of $1,800,000 and earned $56,665,856 at the box office.

Who composed the soundtrack for Dog Day Afternoon?

The soundtrack was composed by Artists Entertainment Complex. You can listen to it on music streaming platforms.

Where was Dog Day Afternoon filmed?

Dog Day Afternoon was filmed in multiple locations worldwide. You can find official filming locations on IMDb.

How long is Dog Day Afternoon?

The total runtime of Dog Day Afternoon is 124 minutes.

Is Dog Day Afternoon suitable for kids?

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

Will there be a sequel to Dog Day Afternoon?

There is no official announcement yet for a sequel to Dog Day Afternoon.

Does Dog Day Afternoon have a post-credit scene?

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

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