Joe Dancer: The Big Black Pill
Originally released in 1981. Joe Dancer: The Big Black Pill is a mystery/crime film. directed by Reza Badiyi.
Starring Robert Blake, JoBeth Williams, and Neva Patterson
Synopsis
The first of three private-eye movies created by Robert Blake about rugged Joe Dancer as the forerunner to a prospective but unrealized series after the retirement of his "Baretta" character. In the initial outing, Blake, as Dancer, follows a trail of bodies through a maze of corruption involving a politically ambitious Beverly Hills family.
Quick Facts
Release Date
January 29, 1981
44 years ago
Runtime
1h 40m
100 minutes total
User Rating
5.8/10
Mixed (2 votes)
Language
English
Original language
Country
United States of America
Production
Director
Top Cast
Robert Blake
as Joe Dancer
JoBeth Williams
as Tiffany Farinpour
Neva Patterson
as Eliza Farinpour
James Gammon
as Capt. Jake Jacqualone
Veronica Cartwright
as Sister Theresa
Carol Wayne
as Allegra Farinpour
Edward Winter
as Jerrold Farinpour
Phillip R. Allen
as Commissioner Wilkie
Sondra Blake
as Charlie
Eileen Heckart
as Sister Clara
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Production Companies
- Mickey Productions
- Filmways Productions
- NBC Productions
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Joe Dancer: The Big Black Pill about?
The first of three private-eye movies created by Robert Blake about rugged Joe Dancer as the forerunner to a prospective but unrealized series after the retirement of his "Baretta" character. In th...
Who directed Joe Dancer: The Big Black Pill?
Joe Dancer: The Big Black Pill was directed by Reza Badiyi.
How long is Joe Dancer: The Big Black Pill?
Joe Dancer: The Big Black Pill has a runtime of 1 hours and 40 minutes (100 minutes total).
When was Joe Dancer: The Big Black Pill released?
Joe Dancer: The Big Black Pill was released on January 29, 1981 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in Joe Dancer: The Big Black Pill?
The main cast of Joe Dancer: The Big Black Pill includes Robert Blake, JoBeth Williams, Neva Patterson, James Gammon, Veronica Cartwright.