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The Stunt Man

Seen it?

1980 | 131 min | Action, Comedy, Drama, Thriller, Romance

Sunday Safe Betearly rating

Why it’s a Sunday Safe Bet

Critics loved it (90% on Rotten Tomatoes), though it had soft box office. A safe bet when you want something reliable.

Based on critics, audiences, awards, box office and buzz. Details below.

Is it for you?

Who'll love it
Made for anyone who likes to be kept guessing, romantics and anyone who wants a laugh. Critics rate it higher than audiences do, so it rewards patience more than it chases thrills.
The mood
Funny with heart, tense.
The pace
Takes its time with its characters, at 2 hr 11 min.
What might put you off
  • Rated R: meant for adults.
  • Audiences were cooler on it than critics.

A fugitive stumbles onto a movie set just when they need a new stunt man, takes the job as a way to hide out and falls for the leading lady while facing off with his manipulative director.

How it earned its rating

  • CriticsVery strong

    90% on Rotten Tomatoes

  • AudiencesSolid

    6.6 out of 10

  • AwardsSolid

    Nominated for 3 Oscars.

  • Box office & staying powerBelow par

    $7 million worldwide; still draws a steady audience long after release

  • Buzz & cultural impactSolid

    About 54K people sought it out in the past year

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Cast & crew

Directed by Richard Rush

  • Peter O'TooleEli Cross
  • Steve RailsbackCameron
  • Barbara HersheyNina Franklin
  • Allen GarfieldSam
  • Alex RoccoJake
  • Sharon FarrellDenise
  • Adam RoarkeRaymond Bailey
  • Philip BrunsAce
  • Charles BailChuck Barton
  • John GarwoodGabe / Eli's Cameraman