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8.0 / 10(1 votes)IMDbR19731h 28mUnited States of America, Italy

1931: Once Upon a Time in New York

Piazza pulita

“1931...They had the best and bloodiest time of their lives!”

Synopsis

In 1931, when the late American Prohibition major bosses have now divided the territory to exploit, the family of one of them - killed in a clash - decides to send half a million dollars in Sicily hidden in the body of the deceased.

Release History & Theatrical Window

Theatrical Premiere

June 1, 1974

Wide Cinema Exhibition

Key Information & Fast Facts

Director
Luigi Vanzi
Screenplay & Story
Norman Thaddeus Vane, Tony Anthony
Original Title
Piazza pulita
Country of Origin
United States of America, Italy
Spoken Languages
Italian
Runtime
1h 28m
Production Studios
ABKCO Films

Creative Leadership & Key Crew

Director

Luigi Vanzi

Screenplay & Story

Norman Thaddeus Vane, Tony Anthony

Director of Photography

Riccardo Pallottini

Film Editing

Roberto Perpignani

Department Leadership Roster

Roberto Perpignani

Roberto Perpignani

Editor

Luigi Vanzi

Director

Norman Thaddeus Vane

Writer

Tony Anthony

Tony Anthony

Writer

Riccardo Pallottini

Director of Photography

Age Classification & Content Advisories

Official viewer rating standards and content warnings across international classification boards.

Primary: R

R: Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.

International Certification Matrix

United States (MPAA)R

Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.

Official cinematic photography and background stills for 1931: Once Upon a Time in New York.

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Frequently Asked Questions About 1931: Once Upon a Time in New York

Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.

What is 1931: Once Upon a Time in New York about?

In 1931, when the late American Prohibition major bosses have now divided the territory to exploit, the family of one of them - killed in a clash - decides to send half a million dollars in Sicily hidden in the body of the deceased.

Who directed 1931: Once Upon a Time in New York?

1931: Once Upon a Time in New York was directed by Luigi Vanzi.

Who stars in 1931: Once Upon a Time in New York?

The principal cast of 1931: Once Upon a Time in New York includes Tony Anthony, Adolfo Celi, Corrado Gaipa, Irene Papas, Lionel Stander.

When was 1931: Once Upon a Time in New York released and how long is it?

1931: Once Upon a Time in New York was released in 1973 with a total runtime of 1h 28m.

What is the age rating and content advisory for 1931: Once Upon a Time in New York?

1931: Once Upon a Time in New York holds official age classifications: US: R (Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.).