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Palookaville

"One foot in the door. The other one in the gutter."

September 7, 1995 1h 32m 5.8/10 (40 votes)

Originally released in 1995. Palookaville is a comedy/crime film. directed by Alan Taylor.

Starring William Forsythe, Vincent Gallo, and Adam Trese

Synopsis

Jerry and his two pals, Russ and Syd, are just looking for some easy money to help them break out of their nowhere lives in their nowhere town. Despite a bungled jewelry store heist which exposes their incompetence as criminals, a fateful event (and an old black-and-white film) convinces them that they can pull off an armored-truck robbery. While they are busy plotting their caper, their dysfunctional families spin out of control, all around them.

Quick Facts

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Release Date September 7, 1995 30 years ago
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Runtime 1h 32m 92 minutes total
User Rating 5.8/10 Mixed (40 votes)
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Budget $315.2K Production budget
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Language English Original language
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Country United States of America Production

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Production Details

Status
Released
Original Language
EN
Budget
$315,230

Production Companies

  • Redwave Films
  • Playhouse International Pictures
  • Public Television Playhouse Inc.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Palookaville about?

Jerry and his two pals, Russ and Syd, are just looking for some easy money to help them break out of their nowhere lives in their nowhere town. Despite a bungled jewelry store heist which exposes t...

Who directed Palookaville?

Palookaville was directed by Alan Taylor.

How long is Palookaville?

Palookaville has a runtime of 1 hours and 32 minutes (92 minutes total).

When was Palookaville released?

Palookaville was released on September 7, 1995 in theaters.

Who are the main actors in Palookaville?

The main cast of Palookaville includes William Forsythe, Vincent Gallo, Adam Trese, Gareth Williams, LisaGay Hamilton.