Freebie and the Bean
“Above all... It's a love story.”
Synopsis
Two San Francisco detectives want to bring down a local hijacking boss. But they'll have to get to him before a hitman does.
Trailers, Teasers & Extra Featurettes
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Freebie and the Bean (1974) ORIGINAL TRAILER
Type: Trailer • Published 2019-04-27
Top Cast
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Alan Arkin
Bean
James Caan
Freebie
Loretta Swit
Meyers' Wife
Jack Kruschen
Red Meyers
Mike Kellin
Lt. Rosen
Paul Koslo
Whitey
Linda Marsh
Freebie's Girl
John Garwood
Chauffeur
Alex Rocco
D.A.
Valerie Harper
Consuelo
Christopher Morley
Transvestite
Bruce Mackey
Floorwalker
Jerry Walter
Salesman
Monty Stickles
Texas Brawler
Charles Bail
Cadillac Salesman
Eddy Donno
Bag Man
Whitey Hughes
Broder
John Allen Vick
Policeman
Release History & Theatrical Window
December 25, 1974
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Richard Rush
- Screenplay & Story
- Robert Kaufman
- Original Score
- Dominic Frontiere
- Original Title
- Freebie and the Bean
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- Spanish, English
- Runtime
- 1h 53m
- Production Studios
- Warner Bros. Pictures
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Richard Rush
Robert Kaufman, Floyd Mutrux
Dominic Frontiere
László Kovács
Fredric Steinkamp, Michael S. McLean
Floyd Mutrux, Richard Rush
Department Leadership Roster
Richard Rush
Director
László Kovács
Director of Photography
Dominic Frontiere
Original Music Composer
Fredric Steinkamp
Editor
Robert Kaufman
Screenplay
Michael S. McLean
Editor
Richard Rush
Producer
Charles Bail
Stunt Coordinator
Age Classification & Content Advisories
Official viewer rating standards and content warnings across international classification boards.
R: Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.
International Certification Matrix
Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.
Production Stills & Gallery
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Frequently Asked Questions About Freebie and the Bean
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is Freebie and the Bean about?
Two San Francisco detectives want to bring down a local hijacking boss. But they'll have to get to him before a hitman does.
Who directed Freebie and the Bean?
Freebie and the Bean was directed by Richard Rush.
Who stars in Freebie and the Bean?
The principal cast of Freebie and the Bean includes Alan Arkin, James Caan, Loretta Swit, Jack Kruschen, Mike Kellin.
When was Freebie and the Bean released and how long is it?
Freebie and the Bean was released in 1974 with a total runtime of 1h 53m.
Who composed the musical score for Freebie and the Bean?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Freebie and the Bean was composed by Dominic Frontiere.
What is the age rating and content advisory for Freebie and the Bean?
Freebie and the Bean holds official age classifications: US: R (Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.).