The Big Score
“Detective Hooks is out to shake up the Mob and the whole damn Police Force.”
Synopsis
A narcotics detective, played by Fred Williamson, lets nothing stand in the way of his bringing down a major drug dealer. After a bust gone awry, he's accused of stealing a lost briefcase filled with money and both the mob and the police are looking for him. A ruthless hit man, played by Bruce Glover, will stop at nothing to get what his boss wants; the money!
Top Cast
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Fred Williamson
Detective Frank Hooks
Nancy Wilson
Angie Hooks
John Saxon
Davis
Richard Roundtree
Gordon
Ed Lauter
Parks
D'Urville Martin
Easy
Michael Dante
Goldy
Bruce Glover
Koslo
Joe Spinell
Mayfield
Frank Pesce
J.C.
Tony King
Jumbo
James Spinks
Cheech
Stack Pierce
New
Chelcie Ross
Hoffa
Katherine Wallach
Prostitute
Ramsey Lewis
Self (uncredited)
Release History & Theatrical Window
March 17, 1983
Wide Cinema Exhibition
January 15, 1987
Physical Home Media
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Fred Williamson
- Screenplay & Story
- Gail Morgan Hickman
- Original Score
- Jay Chattaway
- Original Title
- The Big Score
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 25m
- Production Studios
- Po' Boy Productions, Big Score
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Fred Williamson
Gail Morgan Hickman
Jay Chattaway
Daniel Loewenthal
Department Leadership Roster
Fred Williamson
Director
Daniel Loewenthal
Editor
Jay Chattaway
Original Music Composer
Gail Morgan Hickman
Screenplay
Age Classification & Content Advisories
Official viewer rating standards and content warnings across international classification boards.
International Certification Matrix
FSK 18 — Restricted to adults 18 and older.
Production Stills & Gallery
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Frequently Asked Questions About The Big Score
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is The Big Score about?
A narcotics detective, played by Fred Williamson, lets nothing stand in the way of his bringing down a major drug dealer. After a bust gone awry, he's accused of stealing a lost briefcase filled with money and both the mob and the police are looking for him. A ruthless hit man, played by Bruce Glover, will stop at nothing to get what his boss wants; the money!
Who directed The Big Score?
The Big Score was directed by Fred Williamson.
Who stars in The Big Score?
The principal cast of The Big Score includes Fred Williamson, Nancy Wilson, John Saxon, Richard Roundtree, Ed Lauter.
When was The Big Score released and how long is it?
The Big Score was released in 1983 with a total runtime of 1h 25m.
Who composed the musical score for The Big Score?
The original motion picture soundtrack for The Big Score was composed by Jay Chattaway.
What is the age rating and content advisory for The Big Score?
The Big Score holds official age classifications: DE: 18 (FSK 18 — Restricted to adults 18 and older.).