The Crimebusters
Synopsis
Nicholas Cain (Peter Mark Richman), a former high-level mob lawyer who decides to leave the criminal underworld. Seeking redemption, he becomes a federal government agent with a singular mission: to bring down the nation's 100 most dangerous and influential organized crime figures. The film depicts the specialized government agents as they hunt these high-profile crooks, focusing on Cain's personal crusade to dismantle the very syndicates he once protected. Based on the "Cain's Hundred" TV series.
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Peter Mark Richman
Nicholas Cain
Martin Gabel
George Vincent
Gloria Talbott
Bobbie
Bruce Dern
Joe Krajac
Gavin MacLeod
Harry Deiner
Phillip Pine
Phil Krajac
Carol Eve Rossen
Stella
Ted de Corsia
Chris Narleski
Judson Pratt
Leonard Mead
Barry Russo
Hood
Robert Karnes
John Herlie
Noah Keen
Sidney Shallett
John Beradino
Al Krajac
Release History & Theatrical Window
January 1, 1961
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Boris Sagal
- Screenplay & Story
- David Karp
- Original Score
- Jerry Goldsmith
- Original Title
- The Crimebusters
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 28m
- Production Studios
- Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Boris Sagal
David Karp, Paul Monash
Jerry Goldsmith
Department Leadership Roster
Boris Sagal
Director
David Karp
Screenplay
Paul Monash
Writer
Jerry Goldsmith
Original Music Composer
Production Stills & Gallery
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Frequently Asked Questions About The Crimebusters
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What is The Crimebusters about?
Nicholas Cain (Peter Mark Richman), a former high-level mob lawyer who decides to leave the criminal underworld. Seeking redemption, he becomes a federal government agent with a singular mission: to bring down the nation's 100 most dangerous and influential organized crime figures. The film depicts the specialized government agents as they hunt these high-profile crooks, focusing on Cain's personal crusade to dismantle the very syndicates he once protected. Based on the "Cain's Hundred" TV series.
Who directed The Crimebusters?
The Crimebusters was directed by Boris Sagal.
Who stars in The Crimebusters?
The principal cast of The Crimebusters includes Peter Mark Richman, Martin Gabel, Gloria Talbott, Bruce Dern, Gavin MacLeod.
When was The Crimebusters released and how long is it?
The Crimebusters was released in 1961 with a total runtime of 1h 28m.
Who composed the musical score for The Crimebusters?
The original motion picture soundtrack for The Crimebusters was composed by Jerry Goldsmith.