The Death of Richie
"A father's fight to save his son from self-destruction."
Originally released in 1977. The Death of Richie is a drama/tv movie film. directed by Paul Wendkos.
Starring Ben Gazzara, Eileen Brennan, and Robby Benson
Synopsis
A sensitive but confused teenager feels pressure from all directions and turns to drugs, which causes problems for him in school and at home.
Quick Facts
Release Date
January 10, 1977
49 years ago
Runtime
1h 36m
96 minutes total
User Rating
6.7/10
Good (11 votes)
Language
English
Original language
Country
United States of America
Production
Director
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Production Companies
- Henry Jaffe Enterprises Inc.
- NBC
Frequently Asked Questions
What is The Death of Richie about?
A sensitive but confused teenager feels pressure from all directions and turns to drugs, which causes problems for him in school and at home.
Who directed The Death of Richie?
The Death of Richie was directed by Paul Wendkos.
How long is The Death of Richie?
The Death of Richie has a runtime of 1 hours and 36 minutes (96 minutes total).
When was The Death of Richie released?
The Death of Richie was released on January 10, 1977 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in The Death of Richie?
The main cast of The Death of Richie includes Ben Gazzara, Eileen Brennan, Robby Benson, Lance Kerwin, Shirley O'Hara.