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The Panic in Needle Park

The Panic in Needle Park

The Panic in Needle Park
1971 1h 50m6.8

The Panic in Needle Park

“God help Bobby and Helen, they're in love in Needle Park”

DramaRomanceCrime
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A stark portrayal of life among a group of heroin addicts who hang out in Needle Park in New York City. Played against this setting is a low-key love story between Bobby, a young addict and small-time hustler, and Helen, a homeless girl who finds in her relationship with Bobby the stability she craves.

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DirectorJerry Schatzberg
ScreenplayJoan Didion, John Gregory Dunne
StatusReleased
ReleasedJune 1, 1971
CountryUnited States of America
Languageen
Runtime1h 50m
Budget$2M
Revenue$2M
Profit+$552,000
Rating⭐ 6.8 / 10
IMDb⭐ 7.1 / 10
Votes366
GenresDrama, Romance, Crime
StudioDunne-Didion-Dunne

Photos19

Cast

Al Pacino

Al Pacino

Bobby

Kitty Winn

Kitty Winn

Helen

Alan Vint

Alan Vint

Hotch

Richard Bright

Richard Bright

Hank

Kiel Martin

Kiel Martin

Chico

Michael McClanathan

Michael McClanathan

Sonny

Warren Finnerty

Warren Finnerty

Sammy

Marcia Jean Kurtz

Marcia Jean Kurtz

Marcie

Raúl Juliá

Raúl Juliá

Marco

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Angie Ortega

Irene

Larry Marshall

Larry Marshall

Mickey

Paul Mace

Paul Mace

Whitey

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Nancy MacKay

Penny

Gil Rogers

Gil Rogers

Robins

Joe Santos

Joe Santos

DiBono

Paul Sorvino

Paul Sorvino

Samuels

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Arnold Williams

Freddy

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Vic Ramano

Santo

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Bryant Fraser

Prep School Boy

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Dora Weissman

Pawnshop Lady

Sully Boyar

Sully Boyar

Doctor

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Florence Tarlow

Ward Nurse

Rutanya Alda

Rutanya Alda

Admitting Nurse

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Anthony Palmer

Hotel Clerk

Anthony Caso

Anthony Caso

Drug Addict (uncredited)

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Jeffrey Walker

Prisoner #1 (uncredited)

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Where can I watch The Panic in Needle Park?

The Panic in Needle Park (1971) 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 The Panic in Needle Park about?

A stark portrayal of life among a group of heroin addicts who hang out in Needle Park in New York City. Played against this setting is a low-key love story between Bobby, a young addict and small-time hustler, and Helen, a homeless girl who finds in her relationship with Bobby...

Who directed The Panic in Needle Park?

The Panic in Needle Park (1971) was directed by Jerry Schatzberg. The film is a Drama, Romance production with a runtime of 1h 50m, rated 6.8/10.

How long is The Panic in Needle Park?

The Panic in Needle Park runs 1h 50m (110 minutes total). Audience rating: 6.8/10 from 366 votes. Genre: Drama, Romance.

Is The Panic in Needle Park worth watching?

The Panic in Needle Park is rated 6.8/10 by 366 viewers — decent with mixed reception. A good pick for Drama and Romance fans.