The Friends of Eddie Coyle
“It’s a grubby, violent, dangerous world. But it’s the only world they know. And they’re the only friends Eddie has.”
Synopsis
An aging hood is about to go back to prison. Hoping to escape his fate, he supplies information on stolen guns to the feds, while simultaneously supplying arms to his bank robbing chums.
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The Friends of Eddie Coyle - Trailer - Movies! TV Network
Type: Featurette • Published 2017-02-14
Top Cast
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Robert Mitchum
Eddie 'Fingers' Coyle
Peter Boyle
Dillon
Richard Jordan
Dave Foley
Steven Keats
Jackie Brown
Alex Rocco
Jimmy Scalise
Joe Santos
Artie 'Van' Valentropo
Mitchell Ryan
Waters
Peter MacLean
Mr. Partridge
Kevin O'Morrison
Bank manager
Marvin Lichterman
Vernon
Carolyn Pickman
Nancy
James Tolkan
The Man's Contact Man
Margaret Ladd
Andrea
Matthew Cowles
Pete
Helena Carroll
Sheila Coyle
Jack Kehoe
The Beard
Jan Egleson
Pale Kid
Jane House
Wanda
Release History & Theatrical Window
June 26, 1973
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Peter Yates
- Screenplay & Story
- Paul Monash, George V. Higgins
- Original Score
- Dave Grusin
- Original Title
- The Friends of Eddie Coyle
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 42m
- Production Studios
- Paramount Pictures
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Peter Yates
Paul Monash, George V. Higgins
Dave Grusin
Victor J. Kemper
Pat Jaffe
Paul Monash
Department Leadership Roster
Peter Yates
Director
Paul Monash
Writer
Paul Monash
Producer
Dave Grusin
Original Music Composer
Victor J. Kemper
Director of Photography
Pat Jaffe
Editor
Gene Callahan
Production Design
Eric Seelig
Costume Design
Age Classification & Content Advisories
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R: Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.
International Certification Matrix
FSK 16 — Restricted to viewers aged 16 and older.
Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.
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Frequently Asked Questions About The Friends of Eddie Coyle
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is The Friends of Eddie Coyle about?
An aging hood is about to go back to prison. Hoping to escape his fate, he supplies information on stolen guns to the feds, while simultaneously supplying arms to his bank robbing chums.
Who directed The Friends of Eddie Coyle?
The Friends of Eddie Coyle was directed by Peter Yates.
Who stars in The Friends of Eddie Coyle?
The principal cast of The Friends of Eddie Coyle includes Robert Mitchum, Peter Boyle, Richard Jordan, Steven Keats, Alex Rocco.
When was The Friends of Eddie Coyle released and how long is it?
The Friends of Eddie Coyle was released in 1973 with a total runtime of 1h 42m.
Who composed the musical score for The Friends of Eddie Coyle?
The original motion picture soundtrack for The Friends of Eddie Coyle was composed by Dave Grusin.
Is The Friends of Eddie Coyle based on a book or true story?
The Friends of Eddie Coyle is adapted from the following source material: Novel: "George V. Higgins".
What is the age rating and content advisory for The Friends of Eddie Coyle?
The Friends of Eddie Coyle holds official age classifications: DE: 16 (FSK 16 — Restricted to viewers aged 16 and older.); US: R (Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.).