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The Killing of a Chinese Bookie

1976 · 135 min · Director: John Cassavetes

The Killing of a Chinese Bookie (1976) is a thriller drama, directed by John Cassavetes. It stars Ben Gazzara and Timothy Carey. The 135-minute film holds an audience score of 7.1/10.

What The Killing of a Chinese Bookie Is About

Cosmo Vittelli, the proprietor of a sleazy, low-rent Hollywood cabaret, has a real affection for the women who strip in his peepshows and the staff who keep up his dingy establishment. He also has a major gambling problem that has gotten him in trouble before. When Cosmo loses big-time at an underground casino run by mobster Mort, he isn't able to pay up. Mort then offers Cosmo the chance to pay back his debt by knocking off a pesky, Mafia-protected bookie.

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What is The Killing of a Chinese Bookie about?

Cosmo Vittelli, the proprietor of a sleazy, low-rent Hollywood cabaret, has a real affection for the women who strip in his peepshows and the staff who keep up his dingy establishment. He also has a major gambling problem that has gotten him in trouble before.

Where can I watch The Killing of a Chinese Bookie?

The Killing of a Chinese Bookie is available to watch on digital platforms such as HBO Max Amazon Channel, Criterion Channel, HBO Max, Amazon Video. Current rent and buy options are listed in the "Where to Watch" section on this page.

How long is The Killing of a Chinese Bookie?

The Killing of a Chinese Bookie runs for 135 minutes (2h 15m).

When did The Killing of a Chinese Bookie come out?

The Killing of a Chinese Bookie was released in 1976.

Who directed The Killing of a Chinese Bookie?

The Killing of a Chinese Bookie was directed by John Cassavetes.

Who stars in The Killing of a Chinese Bookie?

The Killing of a Chinese Bookie stars Ben Gazzara, Timothy Carey, Seymour Cassel, Robert Phillips.

What is The Killing of a Chinese Bookie's rating?

The Killing of a Chinese Bookie holds 7.2/10 on IMDb and 7.1/10 on TMDB. Its Pulse Score is 73 out of 100.

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