Nothing says goodbye like a bullet…
In 1970s Hollywood, Detective Philip Marlowe tries to help a friend who is accused of murdering his wife.
The Long Goodbye (1973) is a mystery, drama and crime film directed by Robert Altman, released on March 8, 1973 with a runtime of 1h 52m. It stars Elliott Gould, Nina van Pallandt, Sterling Hayden and Mark Rydell. Viewers rate it 7.4 out of 10 across 804 ratings.
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Elliott Gould
as Philip Marlowe
Nina van Pallandt
as Eileen Wade
Sterling Hayden
as Roger Wade
Mark Rydell
as Marty Augustine
Henry Gibson
as Dr. Verringer
David Arkin
as Harry
Jim Bouton
as Terry Lennox
Warren Berlinger
as Morgan
Jo Ann Brody
as Jo Ann Eggenweiler
Stephen Coit
as Detective Farmer
Jack Knight
as Mabel
Pepe Callahan
as Pepe
Directed by Robert Altman, written by Leigh Brackett and Raymond Chandler, produced by Jerry Bick.
Average viewer score of 7.4/10 from 804 ratings.
_**An honest, outdated private eye stuck in the Bizarro world of modern L.A.**_ A detached chain-smoking private detective in Los Angeles (Elliott Gould) finds himself hounded by the police after driving a friend to Mexico late one night (Jim Bouton). Upon taking a gig by the wife of a writer to find her missing alcoholic husband (Nina van Pallandt & Sterling Hayden) he finds himself staving off gangsters in search…
Reviewed on October 15, 2021
Pretty good 1970s-era neo-noir drama almost entirely relies on the performance from Elliot Gould and the mystery element was well done, though the ending was somewhat predictable but satisfying. **3.75/5**
Reviewed on December 19, 2021
Proof if ever it were needed that no good deed goes unpunished! "Marlowe" (Elliott Gould) is woken up in the middle of the night by his mate ("Lennox") who urgently needs driving to Tijuana. He obliges, only to find that on his return the police are waiting for him. Seems that his pal's wife has been found slain. Initially considered an accomplice, he's release when information arrives suggesting the prime suspect…
Reviewed on June 20, 2023
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The main cast of The Long Goodbye (1973) includes Elliott Gould, Nina van Pallandt, Sterling Hayden, Mark Rydell and Henry Gibson. The film was directed by Robert Altman. You can see the full cast and crew list, with character names, further up this page.
The Long Goodbye was released on March 8, 1973 and runs for 1h 52m.
The Long Goodbye (1973) holds an average rating of 7.4 out of 10 from 804 viewer votes, and is a good pick if you enjoy mystery, drama and crime films. Read the viewer reviews on this page to decide for yourself.
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