Dog Day Afternoon

Anything can happen during the dog days of summer. On August 22nd, 1972, everything did.

⭐ 7.8 /10 3,318 votes

September 21, 1975 2h 4m Released

Crime Drama Thriller

Storyline

Based on the true story of would-be Brooklyn bank robbers John Wojtowicz and Salvatore Naturile. Sonny and Sal attempt a bank heist which quickly turns sour and escalates into a hostage situation and stand-off with the police. As Sonny's motives for the robbery are slowly revealed and things become more complicated, the heist turns into a media circus.

Key Information

                                        Director
                                        Sidney Lumet
                                    

                                        Writers
                                        Frank Pierson, Leslie Waller
                                    

                                    Studio
                                    Artists Entertainment Complex
                                

                                    Rating
                                    7.8/10
                                

                                    Language
                                    EN
                                

                                    Budget
                                    $1,800,000
                                

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Cast & Crew

Al Pacino

Sonny

John Cazale

Sal

Charles Durning

Moretti

Chris Sarandon

Leon

James Broderick

Sheldon

Penelope Allen

Sylvia

Sully Boyar

Mulvaney

Beulah Garrick

Margaret

Carol Kane

Jenny

Sandra Kazan

Deborah

Marcia Jean Kurtz

Miriam

Amy Levitt

Maria

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Dog Day Afternoon released?

Dog Day Afternoon was released on September 21, 1975.

How long is Dog Day Afternoon?

The runtime of Dog Day Afternoon is 2h 4m.

What genre is Dog Day Afternoon?

Dog Day Afternoon is a Crime, Drama, Thriller movie.

What is the rating of Dog Day Afternoon?

Dog Day Afternoon has a rating of 7.8 out of 10 on TMDB.

Where can I watch Dog Day Afternoon?

Dog Day Afternoon is available to watch. Check streaming platforms and theaters near you.

Who directed Dog Day Afternoon?

Dog Day Afternoon was directed by Sidney Lumet.

Who stars in Dog Day Afternoon?

The main cast of Dog Day Afternoon includes Al Pacino, John Cazale, Charles Durning.

What language is Dog Day Afternoon in?

Dog Day Afternoon is originally in English.