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6.9 / 10(108 votes)IMDbPG19731h 54mUnited States of America

Electra Glide in Blue

“He's A Good Cop..... On A Big Bike..... On A Bad Road.”

Synopsis

A short Arizona motorcycle cop gets his wish and is promoted to Homicide following the mysterious murder of a hermit. He is forced to confront his illusions about himself and those around him in order to solve the case, eventually returning to solitude in the desert.

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Electra Glide in Blue (1973) - Trailer

Type: Trailer • Published 2023-01-18

Release History & Theatrical Window

Theatrical Premiere

August 18, 1973

Wide Cinema Exhibition

Key Information & Fast Facts

Director
James William Guercio
Screenplay & Story
Robert Boris
Original Score
James William Guercio
Original Title
Electra Glide in Blue
Country of Origin
United States of America
Spoken Languages
English
Runtime
1h 54m
Production Studios
Guercio-Hitzig, United Artists

Creative Leadership & Key Crew

Director

James William Guercio

Screenplay & Story

Robert Boris, Rupert Hitzig

Original Score & Music

James William Guercio

Director of Photography

Conrad Hall, Richard A. Kelley

Film Editing

John F. Link, Gerald B. Greenberg, Jim Benson

Producers

James William Guercio

Department Leadership Roster

James William Guercio

James William Guercio

Director

Rita Riggs

Costume Design

Conrad Hall

Conrad Hall

Director of Photography

Robert Boris

Robert Boris

Screenplay

James William Guercio

James William Guercio

Original Music Composer

John F. Link

Editor

Gerald B. Greenberg

Editor

Jim Benson

Editor

James William Guercio

James William Guercio

Producer

Bud Ekins

Bud Ekins

Stunt Coordinator

Age Classification & Content Advisories

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

Primary: PG

PG: Parental Guidance Suggested — May contain mild violence or suggestive material.

International Certification Matrix

Germany (FSK)16

FSK 16 — Restricted to viewers aged 16 and older.

France (CNC)U

Tous publics — Universal audience.

United Kingdom (BBFC)18

Suitable only for adults 18 years and over.

United States (MPAA)PG

Parental Guidance Suggested — May contain mild violence or suggestive material.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Electra Glide in Blue

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

What is Electra Glide in Blue about?

A short Arizona motorcycle cop gets his wish and is promoted to Homicide following the mysterious murder of a hermit. He is forced to confront his illusions about himself and those around him in order to solve the case, eventually returning to solitude in the desert.

Who directed Electra Glide in Blue?

Electra Glide in Blue was directed by James William Guercio.

Who stars in Electra Glide in Blue?

The principal cast of Electra Glide in Blue includes Robert Blake, Billy Green Bush, Jeannine Riley, Elisha Cook Jr., Royal Dano.

When was Electra Glide in Blue released and how long is it?

Electra Glide in Blue was released in 1973 with a total runtime of 1h 54m.

Who composed the musical score for Electra Glide in Blue?

The original motion picture soundtrack for Electra Glide in Blue was composed by James William Guercio.

What is the age rating and content advisory for Electra Glide in Blue?

Electra Glide in Blue holds official age classifications: DE: 16 (FSK 16 — Restricted to viewers aged 16 and older.); FR: U (Tous publics — Universal audience.); GB: 18 (Suitable only for adults 18 years and over.); US: PG (Parental Guidance Suggested — May contain mild violence or suggestive material.).