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On the Nickel

On the Nickel

On the Nickel
1980 1h 36m6.0

On the Nickel

“You can find love in the most unusual places”

Drama
6.0

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Sam, a recovering alcoholic, feels dissatisfied with his life of sobriety and goes back in search of the good times he enjoyed with his wino friends on "the Nickel" of Los Angeles' skid row.

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DirectorRalph Waite
ScreenplayRalph Waite
StatusReleased
ReleasedMay 8, 1980
CountryUnited States of America
Languageen
Runtime1h 36m
BudgetN/A
RevenueN/A
Rating⭐ 6.0 / 10
IMDb⭐ 7.8 / 10
Votes3
GenresDrama
StudioRose's Park Productions

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Cast

Donald Moffat

Donald Moffat

Sam

Ralph Waite

Ralph Waite

C.G.

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Penelope Allen

Rose

Hal Williams

Hal Williams

Paul

Jack Kehoe

Jack Kehoe

Bad Mood

Lane Smith

Lane Smith

Preacher

James Gammon

James Gammon

Peanut John

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Jack O'Leary

Big William

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Frequently Asked Questions about On the Nickel

Where can I watch On the Nickel?

On the Nickel (1980) streaming availability varies by region. Check Netflix, Prime Video, Disney+, and other major platforms. It may also be available for digital rental or purchase on Amazon, Apple TV, or Vudu.

What is On the Nickel about?

Sam, a recovering alcoholic, feels dissatisfied with his life of sobriety and goes back in search of the good times he enjoyed with his wino friends on "the Nickel" of Los Angeles' skid row.

Who directed On the Nickel?

On the Nickel (1980) was directed by Ralph Waite. The film is a Drama production with a runtime of 1h 36m, rated 6.0/10.

How long is On the Nickel?

On the Nickel runs 1h 36m (96 minutes total). Audience rating: 6.0/10 from 3 votes. Genre: Drama.

Is On the Nickel worth watching?

On the Nickel is rated 6.0/10 by 3 viewers — decent with mixed reception. A good pick for Drama fans.