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The Passenger

1975 · 126 min · Director: Michelangelo Antonioni

The Passenger (1975) is a mystery drama, directed by Michelangelo Antonioni. It stars Jack Nicholson and Maria Schneider. It follows journalism in pursuit of the truth. The 126-minute film holds an audience score of 7.2/10.

What The Passenger Is About

David Locke is a world-weary American journalist who has been sent to cover a conflict in northern Africa, but he makes little progress with the story. When he discovers the body of a stranger who looks similar to him, Locke assumes the dead man's identity. However, he soon finds out that the man was an arms dealer, leading Locke into dangerous situations. Aided by a beautiful woman, Locke attempts to avoid both the police and criminals out to get him.

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What is The Passenger about?

David Locke is a world-weary American journalist who has been sent to cover a conflict in northern Africa, but he makes little progress with the story. When he discovers the body of a stranger who looks similar to him, Locke assumes the dead man's identity.

Where can I watch The Passenger?

The Passenger is available to watch on digital platforms such as Fandango At Home. Current rent and buy options are listed in the "Where to Watch" section on this page.

How long is The Passenger?

The Passenger runs for 126 minutes (2h 6m).

When did The Passenger come out?

The Passenger was released in 1975.

Who directed The Passenger?

The Passenger was directed by Michelangelo Antonioni.

Who stars in The Passenger?

The Passenger stars Jack Nicholson, Maria Schneider, Jenny Runacre, Ian Hendry.

What is The Passenger's rating?

The Passenger holds 7.4/10 on IMDb and 7.2/10 on TMDB. Its Pulse Score is 75 out of 100.

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