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The Killing of a Chinese Bookie (1976)

  • Feb 15, 1976
  • 2h 15m
  • R

7.0/10

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311 votes on TMDB

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About This Movie

The Killing of a Chinese Bookie is a 1976 thriller and crime film directed by John Cassavetes. Its leading cast includes Ben Gazzara, Timothy Carey and Seymour Cassel. It runs for 2 hours 15 minutes.

Synopsis

Cosmo Vittelli, the proprietor of a sleazy, low-rent Hollywood cabaret, has a real affection for the women who strip in his peepshows and the staff who keep up his dingy establishment. He also has a major gambling problem that has gotten him in trouble before. When Cosmo loses big-time at an underground casino run by mobster Mort, he isn't able to pay up. Mort then offers Cosmo the chance to pay back his debt by knocking off a pesky, Mafia-protected bookie.

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Before You Pick

Time needed
2 hours 15 minutes
Age rating (US)
R
Language
English
Audience signal
7.0/10 from 311 TMDB votes

Trailer

The Killing of a Chinese Bookie (1976) ORIGINAL TRAILER [HD 1080p] · plays from YouTube

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Cast

  • Ben Gazzara Cosmo Vittelli
  • Timothy Carey Flo
  • Seymour Cassel Mort Weil
  • Robert Phillips Phil
  • Morgan Woodward The Boss
  • Al Ruban Marty Reitz
  • Azizi Johari Rachel
  • Haji Haji
  • Derna Wylde Derna
  • Virginia Carrington Mama
  • Carolyn Warren Carol
  • John Kullers The Accountant
  • Donna Gordon Margo Donnar
  • Meade Roberts Mr. Sophistication
  • Kathalina Veniero Annie
  • Yvette Morris Yvette
  • Jack Ackerman Musical Director
  • David Rowlands Lamarr

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