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American Gigolo

1980-02-01 · 117 min · ★ 6.2

Crime · Drama · Mystery

Julian makes a lucrative living as an escort to older women in the Los Angeles area. He begins a relationship with Michelle, a local politician's wife, without expecting any pay. One of his clients is murdered and Detective Sunday begins pumping him for details on his different clients, something he is reluctant to do considering the nature of his work. Julian begins to suspect he's being framed. Meanwhile Michelle begins to fall in love with him.

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Production details

Directors
Paul Schrader
Production companies
Paramount Pictures, Freddie Fields Productions
Countries
United States of America
Status
Released
Budget
USD 5,000,000
Revenue
USD 52,700,000

Top Cast

Richard GereRichard GereJulian Kaye
Lauren HuttonLauren HuttonMichelle Stratton
Héctor ElizondoHéctor ElizondoDetective Sunday
Nina van PallandtNina van PallandtAnne
Bill DukeBill DukeLeon James
Brian DaviesBrian DaviesCharles Stratton
K CallanK CallanLisa Williams
Tom StewartMr. Rheiman
Patricia CarrJudy Rheiman
David CryerLt. Curtis
Carole CookCarole CookMrs. Dobrun
Carol BruceCarol BruceMrs. Sloan
Frances BergenFrances BergenMrs. Laudner
Macdonald CareyMacdonald CareyHollywood Actor
William DozierWilliam DozierMichelle's Lawyer
Peter TurgeonJulian's Lawyer
Robert WightmanFloyd Wicker
Richard DerrRichard DerrMr. Williams
Jessica PotterJill
Gordon HaightBlond Boy

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