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6/10Some interesting visuals, a decent (if not funny) ambulance chase sequence at the end, and strong performance from Elliott Gould, but the script is weak and is a forgettable 1970s crime-drama. **3.0/5**
Reviewed on December 25, 2021
Busting(1974)
What this film exposes about undercover vice cops can't be seen on your television set.
6.2(58)1h 32m1974-02-27
CrimeDramaActionThriller
Busting Synopsis
Defying orders to lay-off the case, two Los Angeles vice-squad cops go after a local mobster and use unorthodox methods to achieve results.
Busting (1974) is a crime, drama, action and thriller film directed by Peter Hyams, released on February 27, 1974 with a runtime of 1h 32m. It stars Elliott Gould, Robert Blake, Allen Garfield and Antonio Fargas. Viewers rate it 6.2 out of 10 across 58 ratings.
- Director:
- Peter Hyams
- Writers:
- Peter Hyams
- Producers:
- Robert Chartoff, Irwin Winkler
- Cinematographer:
- Earl Rath
- Composer:
- Billy Goldenberg
- Production:
- United Artists, Winkler Films
- Status:
- Released
Busting (1974) Trailer
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Busting Videos & Clips
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Busting (1974) Movie Trailer - Elliott Gould, Robert Blake, Allen Garfield & Sig Haig
Trailer
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Featurette
Busting Cast & Crew
Main cast
Elliott Gould
as Vice Detective Michael Keneely
Robert Blake
as Vice Detective Patrick Farrel
Allen Garfield
as Carl Rizzo
Antonio Fargas
as Stephen
Michael Lerner
as Marvin
Sid Haig
as Rizzo's Bouncer
Ivor Francis
as Judge Fred R. Simpson
William Sylvester
as Mr. Weldman
Logan Ramsey
as Dr. Berman
Richard X. Slattery
as Desk Sergeant
Margo Winkler
as Mrs. Rizzo
John Lawrence
as Sergeant Kenefick
Key crew
Directed by Peter Hyams, written by Peter Hyams, produced by Robert Chartoff and Irwin Winkler.
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Busting Reviews & Ratings
Average viewer score of 6.2/10 from 58 ratings.
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Busting – Frequently Asked Questions
Where can I watch Busting online?
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Busting (1974) is available to stream on fuboTV, MGM+ Amazon Channel, Philo, MGM Plus Roku Premium Channel and MGM Plus. Streaming availability is checked against JustWatch data and can change by region.
Who stars in Busting?
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The main cast of Busting (1974) includes Elliott Gould, Robert Blake, Allen Garfield, Antonio Fargas and Michael Lerner. The film was directed by Peter Hyams. You can see the full cast and crew list, with character names, further up this page.
When was Busting released?
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Busting was released on February 27, 1974 and runs for 1h 32m.
Is Busting worth watching?
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Busting (1974) holds an average rating of 6.2 out of 10 from 58 viewer votes, and is a good pick if you enjoy crime, drama and action films. Read the viewer reviews on this page to decide for yourself.
Is there a trailer for Busting?
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