Scarface
"He loved the American Dream. With a vengeance."
Originally released in 1983. Scarface is a action/crime film. directed by Brian De Palma. With a runtime of 2h 50m, it's an epic theatrical experience.
Starring Al Pacino, Steven Bauer, and Michelle Pfeiffer
Synopsis
After getting a green card in exchange for assassinating a Cuban government official, Tony Montana stakes a claim on the drug trade in Miami. Viciously murdering anyone who stands in his way, Tony eventually becomes the biggest drug lord in the state, controlling nearly all the cocaine that comes through Miami. But increased pressure from the police, wars with Colombian drug cartels and his own drug-fueled paranoia serve to fuel the flames of his eventual downfall.
Quick Facts
Release Date
December 9, 1983
42 years ago
Runtime
2h 50m
170 minutes total
User Rating
8.2/10
Excellent (12,655 votes)
Budget
$25M
Production budget
Box Office
$66M
2.6x return
Language
English
Original language
Country
United States of America
Production
Director
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
- Budget
- $25,000,000
- Revenue
- $66,023,329
Production Companies
- Universal Pictures
- Martin Bregman Productions
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Scarface about?
After getting a green card in exchange for assassinating a Cuban government official, Tony Montana stakes a claim on the drug trade in Miami. Viciously murdering anyone who stands in his way, Tony ...
Who directed Scarface?
Scarface was directed by Brian De Palma.
How long is Scarface?
Scarface has a runtime of 2 hours and 50 minutes (170 minutes total).
When was Scarface released?
Scarface was released on December 9, 1983 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in Scarface?
The main cast of Scarface includes Al Pacino, Steven Bauer, Michelle Pfeiffer, Mary Elizabeth Mastrantonio, Robert Loggia.
Is Scarface worth watching?
Scarface has a user rating of 8.2/10 based on 12,655 reviews, indicating excellent reception from audiences.