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The Big Town

"Lady luck is always on his side. Tonight, she's on fire."

September 25, 1987 1h 49m 5.6/10 (55 votes)

Originally released in 1987. The Big Town is a drama/romance film. directed by Ben Bolt.

Starring Matt Dillon, Diane Lane, and Tommy Lee Jones

Synopsis

It is 1957. J.C. Cullen is a young man from a small town, with a talent for winning at craps, who leaves for the big city to work as a professional gambler. While there, he breaks the bank at a private craps game at the Gem Club, owned by George Cole, and falls in love with two women, one of them Cole's wife.

Quick Facts

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Release Date September 25, 1987 38 years ago
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Runtime 1h 49m 109 minutes total
User Rating 5.6/10 Mixed (55 votes)
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Box Office $1.7M Worldwide gross
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Language English Original language
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Country United States of America Production

Director

Production Details

Status
Released
Original Language
EN
Revenue
$1,733,017

Production Companies

  • Albacore Productions Inc.
  • Columbia Pictures

Frequently Asked Questions

What is The Big Town about?

It is 1957. J.C. Cullen is a young man from a small town, with a talent for winning at craps, who leaves for the big city to work as a professional gambler. While there, he breaks the bank at a pri...

Who directed The Big Town?

The Big Town was directed by Ben Bolt.

How long is The Big Town?

The Big Town has a runtime of 1 hours and 49 minutes (109 minutes total).

When was The Big Town released?

The Big Town was released on September 25, 1987 in theaters.

Who are the main actors in The Big Town?

The main cast of The Big Town includes Matt Dillon, Diane Lane, Tommy Lee Jones, Bruce Dern, Lee Grant.