Fort Apache, the Bronx
“No cowboys, no Indians, no cavalry to the rescue, only a cop.”
Synopsis
From the sight of a police officer this movie depicts the life in New York's infamous South Bronx. In the center is "Fort Apache", as the officers call their police station, which really seems like an outpost in enemy's country. The story follows officer Murphy, who seems to be a tough cynic, but in truth he's a moralist with a sense for justice.
Trailers, Teasers & Extra Featurettes
Official promotional previews, behind-the-scenes footage, and exclusive clips.
Fort Apache The Bronx 1981 TV trailer
Type: Trailer • Published 2011-01-03
Top Cast
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Paul Newman
Murphy
Ed Asner
Connolly
Ken Wahl
Corelli
Danny Aiello
Morgan
Pam Grier
Charlotte
Rachel Ticotin
Isabella
Kathleen Beller
Theresa
Tito Goya
Jumper / Detective
Miguel Piñero
Hernando
Jamie Tirelli
Jose
Lance Guecia
Track star
Rony Clanton
Pimp
Clifford David
Dacey
Sully Boyar
Dugan
Michael Higgins
Heffernan
Rik Colitti
Pantuzzi
Irving Metzman
Applebaum
Frank Adu
Clendennon
Release History & Theatrical Window
February 6, 1981
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Financials & Box Office Performance
Production Budget
$10M
Filming & production cost
Worldwide Gross
$65.2M
Total global ticket sales
Box Office Return
6.52x
+$55.2M net gain
Theatrical Status
Mega Hit
Box office tier
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Daniel Petrie
- Screenplay & Story
- Heywood Gould, Thomas Mulhearn, Pete Tessitore
- Original Score
- Jonathan Tunick
- Original Title
- Fort Apache, the Bronx
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 2h 5m
- Production Budget
- $10M
- Worldwide Gross
- $65.2M
- Production Studios
- The Producer Circle Co., 20th Century Fox, Time-Life Films
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Daniel Petrie
Heywood Gould, Thomas Mulhearn, Pete Tessitore
Jonathan Tunick
John Alcott
Rita Roland
David Susskind, Martin Richards, Thomas Fiorello
Department Leadership Roster
Daniel Petrie
Director
Heywood Gould
Writer
John Alcott
Director of Photography
Rita Roland
Editor
Ben Edwards
Production Design
John Boxer
Costume Design
Martin Richards
Producer
Thomas Fiorello
Producer
Jonathan Tunick
Original Music Composer
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
Mature — Recommended for viewers 15 and older.
FSK 16 — Restricted to viewers aged 16 and older.
Interdit aux moins de 12 ans — 12+ only.
Suitable only for 15 years and over.
Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Fort Apache, the Bronx
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What is Fort Apache, the Bronx about?
From the sight of a police officer this movie depicts the life in New York's infamous South Bronx. In the center is "Fort Apache", as the officers call their police station, which really seems like an outpost in enemy's country. The story follows officer Murphy, who seems to be a tough cynic, but in truth he's a moralist with a sense for justice.
Who directed Fort Apache, the Bronx?
Fort Apache, the Bronx was directed by Daniel Petrie.
Who stars in Fort Apache, the Bronx?
The principal cast of Fort Apache, the Bronx includes Paul Newman, Ed Asner, Ken Wahl, Danny Aiello, Pam Grier.
When was Fort Apache, the Bronx released and how long is it?
Fort Apache, the Bronx was released in 1981 with a total runtime of 2h 5m.
What was the box office and production budget of Fort Apache, the Bronx?
Fort Apache, the Bronx had a reported production budget of $10M and grossed $65.2M at the worldwide box office (6.52 return on budget, classified as a blockbuster success).
Who composed the musical score for Fort Apache, the Bronx?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Fort Apache, the Bronx was composed by Jonathan Tunick.
What is the age rating and content advisory for Fort Apache, the Bronx?
Fort Apache, the Bronx holds official age classifications: AU: M (Mature — Recommended for viewers 15 and older.); DE: 16 (FSK 16 — Restricted to viewers aged 16 and older.); FR: 12 (Interdit aux moins de 12 ans — 12+ only.); GB: 15 (Suitable only for 15 years and over.); US: R (Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.).