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The Executioner's Song
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The Executioner's Song

1982-09-10 · 135 min · ★ 5.8

Crime · Drama · TV Movie

In this fact-based made-for TV film, Gary Gilmore, an Indiana man who just finished serving a lengthy stay in prison, tries to start anew by moving to Utah. Before long, Gary begins an ill-advised romance with the troubled Nicole Baker, a teenage single mother. As their relationship quickly deteriorates, Gary goes on a murderous rampage, leaving two dead. During his trial, he demands capital punishment; a media circus ensues and outsiders look to profit from his story.

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Directors
Lawrence Schiller
Production companies
Film Communications Inc.
Countries
United States of America
Status
Released

Top Cast

Tommy Lee JonesTommy Lee JonesGary Mark Gilmore
Christine LahtiChristine LahtiBrenda Nicol
Rosanna ArquetteRosanna ArquetteNicole Baker
Eli WallachEli WallachVern Damico
Steven KeatsSteven KeatsLarry Samuels
Jordan ClarkeJohnny Nicol
Richard VentureRichard VentureEarl Dorius
Jenny WrightJenny WrightApril Baker
Kenneth O'BrienSpencer McGrath
John Dennis JohnstonJohn Dennis JohnstonJimmy Poker-Game
Mary Ethel GregoryIda Damico
Pat CorleyPat CorleyVal Conlan
Michael LeClairRikki Wood
Walter OlkewiczWalter OlkewiczPete Galovan
Jim YoungsJim YoungsSterling Baker
Grace ZabriskieGrace ZabriskieKathryne Baker
John ChappellJohn ChappellRon Stanger
Rance HowardRance HowardLt. Nelson
Charles CyphersCharles CyphersNoall Wootton
Ray GirardinSnyder

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