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The Driver

To break the driver, the cop was willing to break the law.

19781h 31mNo ratings yet
  • Action
  • Crime
  • Thriller

Overview

The Driver specializes in driving getaway cars for robberies. His exceptional talent has prevented him from being caught yet. After another successful flight from the police a self-assured detective makes it his primary goal to catch the Driver. He promises pardons to a gang if they help to convict him in a set-up robbery. The Driver seeks help from The Player to mislead the detective.

Keywords

  • heist
  • los angeles
  • california
  • anti hero
  • neo-noir
  • detective
  • robbery
  • getaway driver
  • casino
  • criminal
  • bar
  • gambling
  • train station
  • bag of money
  • card game
  • witness
  • set up
  • los angeles, california

Details

Status
Released
Release date
June 8, 1978
Original language
English
Spoken languages
English
Countries
United Kingdom, United States of America
Director
Walter Hill
Cinematography
Philip H. Lathrop
Budget
$4,000,000
Revenue
$4,900,000
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