The Gentleman Bandit(1981)
The Gentleman Bandit Synopsis
Based on the real-life ordeal of Baltimore priest Bernard Pagano, who was accused of several armed robberies in the late Seventies.
The Gentleman Bandit (1981) is a crime, drama and tv movie film directed by Jonathan Kaplan, released on May 6, 1981 with a runtime of 1h 36m. It stars Ralph Waite, Julie Bovasso, Jerry Zaks and Joe Grifasi. Viewers rate it 5.7 out of 10 across 6 ratings.
- Director:
- Jonathan Kaplan
- Writers:
- Lou Angeli, Milan Stitt
- Producers:
- John E. Quill
- Cinematographer:
- John Lindley
- Composer:
- Larry Groupé
- Production:
- Highgate Pictures
- Status:
- Released
The Gentleman Bandit Cast & Crew
Main cast
Ralph Waite
as Father Bernard Pagano
Julie Bovasso
as Doris
Jerry Zaks
as Carl Schnee
Joe Grifasi
as Det. Esposito
Estelle Parsons
as Marjorie Seebode
Tom Aldredge
as Monsignor Nicholson
Arthur French
as Det. Doerfler
- Ed Van Nuys
Ed Van Nuys
as L. Dene Wedge Jr.
- Joe Ponazecki
Joe Ponazecki
as Ron Clouser
Frances Chaney
as Rona Mintz
- Sheila K. Adams
Sheila K. Adams
as Carole Slintak
- Joyce Reehling
Joyce Reehling
as Jennifer Pollock
Key crew
Directed by Jonathan Kaplan, written by Lou Angeli and Milan Stitt, produced by John E. Quill.
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The Gentleman Bandit Reviews & Ratings
Average viewer score of 5.7/10 from 6 ratings.
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The Gentleman Bandit – Frequently Asked Questions
Where can I watch The Gentleman Bandit online?
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Who stars in The Gentleman Bandit?
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The main cast of The Gentleman Bandit (1981) includes Ralph Waite, Julie Bovasso, Jerry Zaks, Joe Grifasi and Estelle Parsons. The film was directed by Jonathan Kaplan. You can see the full cast and crew list, with character names, further up this page.
When was The Gentleman Bandit released?
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The Gentleman Bandit was released on May 6, 1981 and runs for 1h 36m.
Is The Gentleman Bandit worth watching?
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The Gentleman Bandit (1981) holds an average rating of 5.7 out of 10 from 6 viewer votes, and is a good pick if you enjoy crime, drama and tv movie films. Read the viewer reviews on this page to decide for yourself.