Hanky Panky(1982)
When you're wanted for a murder you didn't commit, chased for secrets you didn't steal, and running from people who want to kill you, the worst mistake you can make is falling in love...
Hanky Panky Synopsis
Naïve Michael Jordon is drawn into a web of government secrets when a girl carrying a mysterious package gets into a taxi with him. When she's later murdered, Michael becomes the chief suspect and goes on the run.
Hanky Panky (1982) is a mystery, action, comedy and crime film directed by Sidney Poitier, released on June 4, 1982 with a runtime of 1h 43m. It stars Gene Wilder, Gilda Radner, Kathleen Quinlan and Richard Widmark. Viewers rate it 5.3 out of 10 across 72 ratings.
- Director:
- Sidney Poitier
- Writers:
- Henry Rosenbaum, David Taylor
- Producers:
- Martin Ransohoff
- Cinematographer:
- Arthur J. Ornitz
- Composer:
- Tom Scott
- Production:
- Columbia Pictures
- Budget:
- $14,000,000
- Revenue:
- $9,000,000
- Status:
- Released
Hanky Panky (1982) Trailer
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Hanky Panky Cast & Crew
Main cast
Gene Wilder
as Michael Jordon
Gilda Radner
as Kate Hellman
Kathleen Quinlan
as Janet Dunn
Richard Widmark
as Ransom
Robert Prosky
as Hiram Calder
Josef Sommer
as Adrian Pruitt
Johnny Sekka
as Lacey
Jay O. Sanders
as Katz
Larry Bryggman
as Stacy
Pat Corley
as Mr. Puckett (Pilot)
Jay Garner
as Buck
- Sam Gray
Sam Gray
as Dr. John Wolff
Key crew
Directed by Sidney Poitier, written by Henry Rosenbaum and David Taylor, produced by Martin Ransohoff.
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Hanky Panky Reviews & Ratings
Average viewer score of 5.3/10 from 72 ratings.
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Hanky Panky – Frequently Asked Questions
Where can I watch Hanky Panky online?
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Hanky Panky (1982) is available to stream on Sony Pictures Core Amazon Channel and Howdy Amazon Channel, and to rent or buy from Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube and Fandango At Home. Streaming availability is checked against JustWatch data and can change by region.
Who stars in Hanky Panky?
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The main cast of Hanky Panky (1982) includes Gene Wilder, Gilda Radner, Kathleen Quinlan, Richard Widmark and Robert Prosky. The film was directed by Sidney Poitier. You can see the full cast and crew list, with character names, further up this page.
When was Hanky Panky released?
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Hanky Panky was released on June 4, 1982 and runs for 1h 43m.
Is Hanky Panky worth watching?
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Hanky Panky (1982) holds an average rating of 5.3 out of 10 from 72 viewer votes, and is a good pick if you enjoy mystery, action and comedy films. Read the viewer reviews on this page to decide for yourself.
Is there a trailer for Hanky Panky?
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Yes. The official Hanky Panky trailer is embedded in the trailer section of this page and plays instantly, no download or sign-up required.