Hot Money
“You gotta be cool when the money's this hot.”
Synopsis
Burt, a clever ex-con, has changed his identity and has managed to land a job as a deputy in small town in upstate New York. On the 4th of July, while the drunken Sheriff Paisley is busy with the local parade and festivities, Burt quietly steals a million dollars in cash from the cellar safe in the local rich old widow's house. Unsuspected, Burt makes plans to live the rest of his life in the lap of luxury in a far off place with his attractive girlfriend, local hash house waitress Jeanette. But when a crisis of conscience hits him like a wave of ice cold water, he starts to think twice about his dastardly deed, and how that purloining of the old lady's money is wrongly affecting his friends as well as innocent locals. But will Burt do the right thing?
Top Cast
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Michael Murphy
Burt / Tom
Orson Welles
Sheriff Paisley
Ann Lange
Jeanette
Daniel Buccos
Federal Agent
Lu M. Dishart
Tom's Secretary
Sharon Dyer
Fat Lady
Michele Finney
T.J. Pierson
Jo Ann Frost
Female Prison Guard
Marvin Goldhar
Ron Morrow
John Granik
Bill Martin
Tom Harvey
Carl Page
Don James
Reporter
Ken James
Donovan
Thomas Kopache
Warden
Ray Landry
Assistant D.A.
Cynthia Long
Mary
Maureen McRae
Betty Townsend
Mavor Moore
Bartholomew
Release History & Theatrical Window
January 1, 1983
Physical Home Media
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Zale Magder
- Screenplay & Story
- Joel Cohen, Carl DeSantis, Phyllis Camesano, Neil Cohen
- Original Score
- Rob McConnell, John Jones
- Original Title
- Hot Money
- Country of Origin
- Canada
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 18m
- Production Studios
- Shapiro Entertainment, Westfront Productions
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Zale Magder
Joel Cohen, Carl DeSantis, Phyllis Camesano, Neil Cohen
Rob McConnell, John Jones
Stan Mestel
Adam Peden
Terry Marlow, Michael Nobrega, Zale Magder, Douglas Macdonald
Department Leadership Roster
Zale Magder
Director
Joel Cohen
Writer
Rob McConnell
Original Music Composer
Zale Magder
Producer
Carl DeSantis
Writer
John Jones
Original Music Composer
Adam Peden
Editor
Stan Mestel
Director of Photography
Phyllis Camesano
Writer
Neil Cohen
Writer
Production Stills & Gallery
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Frequently Asked Questions About Hot Money
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is Hot Money about?
Burt, a clever ex-con, has changed his identity and has managed to land a job as a deputy in small town in upstate New York. On the 4th of July, while the drunken Sheriff Paisley is busy with the local parade and festivities, Burt quietly steals a million dollars in cash from the cellar safe in the local rich old widow's house. Unsuspected, Burt makes plans to live the rest of his life in the lap of luxury in a far off place with his attractive girlfriend, local hash house waitress Jeanette. But when a crisis of conscience hits him like a wave of ice cold water, he starts to think twice about his dastardly deed, and how that purloining of the old lady's money is wrongly affecting his friends as well as innocent locals. But will Burt do the right thing?
Who directed Hot Money?
Hot Money was directed by Zale Magder.
Who stars in Hot Money?
The principal cast of Hot Money includes Michael Murphy, Orson Welles, Ann Lange, Daniel Buccos, Lu M. Dishart.
When was Hot Money released and how long is it?
Hot Money was released in 1983 with a total runtime of 1h 18m.
Who composed the musical score for Hot Money?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Hot Money was composed by Rob McConnell, John Jones.