Execution Squad(1972)
La polizia ringrazia
With killers on the loose who's putting the cops out of business?
Execution Squad Synopsis
Bertone is a moderately honest homicide cop. Unfortunately, the court system is so inept and corrupt that many more-or-less honest policemen have begun taking the law into their own hands. Between his efforts to thwart the growth of crime and to control his vengeful co-workers, homicide-chief Bertone has his hands full
Execution Squad (1972) is a crime and drama film directed by Steno, released on February 25, 1972 with a runtime of 1h 38m. It stars Enrico Maria Salerno, Mariangela Melato, Mario Adorf and Franco Fabrizi. Viewers rate it 6.9 out of 10 across 41 ratings.
- Director:
- Steno
- Writers:
- Steno, Steno, Lucio De Caro
- Producers:
- Roberto Infascelli
- Cinematographer:
- Riccardo Pallottini
- Composer:
- Stelvio Cipriani
- Production:
- Dieter Geissler Filmproduktion, Primex Italiana
- Status:
- Released
Execution Squad (1972) Trailer
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Execution Squad Cast & Crew
Main cast
Enrico Maria Salerno
as Commissario Bertone
Mariangela Melato
as Sandra
Mario Adorf
as sostituto procuratore Ricciuti
Franco Fabrizi
as Bettarini
Cyril Cusack
as Stolfi
Laura Belli
as Anna Maria Sprovieri
Jürgen Drews
as Michele Settecamini
Corrado Gaipa
as L'avvocato Armani
- Giorgio Piazza
Giorgio Piazza
as ministro dell'interno
Ezio Sancrotti
as Commissario Santalamenti
Piero Tiberi
as Mario Staderini
Ada Pometti
as Hooker
Key crew
Directed by Steno, written by Steno, Steno and Lucio De Caro, produced by Roberto Infascelli.
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Execution Squad Reviews & Ratings
Average viewer score of 6.9/10 from 41 ratings.
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Execution Squad – Frequently Asked Questions
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Who stars in Execution Squad?
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The main cast of Execution Squad (1972) includes Enrico Maria Salerno, Mariangela Melato, Mario Adorf, Franco Fabrizi and Cyril Cusack. The film was directed by Steno. You can see the full cast and crew list, with character names, further up this page.
When was Execution Squad released?
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Execution Squad was released on February 25, 1972 and runs for 1h 38m.
Is Execution Squad worth watching?
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Execution Squad (1972) holds an average rating of 6.9 out of 10 from 41 viewer votes, and is a good pick if you enjoy crime and drama films. Read the viewer reviews on this page to decide for yourself.
Is there a trailer for Execution Squad?
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