Prime Cut
“Any way they slice it, it’s going to be murder”
Synopsis
A group of ruthless Chicago mob enforcers are sent to Kansas City to settle things with the owner of a slaughterhouse who has taken money that is not his to keep.
Trailers, Teasers & Extra Featurettes
Official promotional previews, behind-the-scenes footage, and exclusive clips.
Prime Cut (1972) ORIGINAL TRAILER [HD 1080p]
Type: Trailer • Published 2020-04-13
Top Cast
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Lee Marvin
Nick Devlin
Gene Hackman
Mary Ann
Angel Tompkins
Clarabelle
Gregory Walcott
Weenie
Sissy Spacek
Poppy
Janit Baldwin
Violet
Bill Morey
Shay
Clint Ellison
Delaney
Howard Platt
Shaughnessy
Les Lannom
O’Brien
Eddie Egan
Jake
Therese Reinsch
Jake’s Girl
Bob Wilson
Reaper Driver
Gordon Signer
Brockman
Gladys Watson
Milk Lady
Hugh Gillin
Desk Clerk
E. Lund
Mrs. O’Brien
David Savage
Ox-Eye
Release History & Theatrical Window
Kansas City, Missouri
Festival / Special Debut
June 28, 1972
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Financials & Box Office Performance
Production Budget
Undisclosed
Filming & production cost
Worldwide Gross
$1.5M
Total global ticket sales
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Michael Ritchie
- Screenplay & Story
- Robert Dillon
- Original Score
- Lalo Schifrin
- Original Title
- Prime Cut
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 28m
- Worldwide Gross
- $1.5M
- Production Studios
- Cinema Center Films, Wizan Productions
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Michael Ritchie
Robert Dillon
Lalo Schifrin
Gene Polito
Carl Pingitore
Joe Wizan, Kenneth L. Evans
Department Leadership Roster
Michael Ritchie
Director
Gene Polito
Director of Photography
Joe Wizan
Producer
Lalo Schifrin
Original Music Composer
John Hudkins
Stunt Coordinator
Carl Pingitore
Editor
Robert Dillon
Screenplay
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
Official cinematic photography and background stills for Prime Cut.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Prime Cut
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is Prime Cut about?
A group of ruthless Chicago mob enforcers are sent to Kansas City to settle things with the owner of a slaughterhouse who has taken money that is not his to keep.
Who directed Prime Cut?
Prime Cut was directed by Michael Ritchie.
Who stars in Prime Cut?
The principal cast of Prime Cut includes Lee Marvin, Gene Hackman, Angel Tompkins, Gregory Walcott, Sissy Spacek.
When was Prime Cut released and how long is it?
Prime Cut was released in 1972 with a total runtime of 1h 28m.
How much did Prime Cut make at the box office?
Prime Cut grossed $1.5M in worldwide ticket sales.
Who composed the musical score for Prime Cut?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Prime Cut was composed by Lalo Schifrin.
What is the age rating and content advisory for Prime Cut?
Prime Cut holds official age classifications: AU: R 18+; US: R (Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.).