Charley Varrick
“When he runs out of dumb luck, he always has genius to fall back on!”
Synopsis
Charley Varrick robs a bank in a small town with his friends, but instead of obtaining a small amount of money, they discover they stole a very large amount of money belonging to the mob. Charley must now come up with a plan to not only evade the police but the mob as well.
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Charley Varrick ≣ 1973 ≣ Trailer
Type: Trailer • Published 2020-09-12
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Walter Matthau
Charley Varrick
Joe Don Baker
Molly
Felicia Farr
Sybil Fort
Andrew Robinson
Harman Sullivan
Sheree North
Jewell Everett
Norman Fell
Mr. Garfinkle
Benson Fong
Honest John
Woodrow Parfrey
Harold Young
William Schallert
Bill Horton
Jacqueline Scott
Nadine
Marjorie Bennett
Mrs. Taft
Rudy Diaz
Deputy Sanchez
Colby Chester
Deputy Steele
Charlie Briggs
Highway Deputy
Priscilla Garcia
Miss Ambar
Scott Hale
Mr. Scott
Charles Matthau
Boy
Hope Summers
Mess Vesta
Release History & Theatrical Window
September 19, 1973
Wide Cinema Exhibition
June 28, 2017
Physical Home Media
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Don Siegel
- Screenplay & Story
- Dean Riesner, Howard Rodman, Don Siegel
- Original Score
- Lalo Schifrin
- Original Title
- Charley Varrick
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 51m
- Production Studios
- Universal Pictures
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Don Siegel
Dean Riesner, Howard Rodman, Don Siegel, John Reese
Lalo Schifrin
Michael C. Butler
Frank Morriss
Jennings Lang, Don Siegel
Department Leadership Roster
Dean Riesner
Screenplay
Michael C. Butler
Director of Photography
Don Siegel
Producer
Lalo Schifrin
Original Music Composer
Don Siegel
Director
Howard Rodman
Screenplay
Frank Morriss
Editor
Paul Baxley
Stunt Coordinator
Helen Colvig
Costume Design
Don Siegel
Screenplay
Age Classification & Content Advisories
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PG: Parental Guidance Suggested — May contain mild violence or suggestive material.
International Certification Matrix
FSK 16 — Restricted to viewers aged 16 and older.
Suitable only for 15 years and over.
Parental Guidance Suggested — May contain mild violence or suggestive material.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Charley Varrick
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What is Charley Varrick about?
Charley Varrick robs a bank in a small town with his friends, but instead of obtaining a small amount of money, they discover they stole a very large amount of money belonging to the mob. Charley must now come up with a plan to not only evade the police but the mob as well.
Who directed Charley Varrick?
Charley Varrick was directed by Don Siegel.
Who stars in Charley Varrick?
The principal cast of Charley Varrick includes Walter Matthau, Joe Don Baker, Felicia Farr, Andrew Robinson, Sheree North.
When was Charley Varrick released and how long is it?
Charley Varrick was released in 1973 with a total runtime of 1h 51m.
Who composed the musical score for Charley Varrick?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Charley Varrick was composed by Lalo Schifrin.
Is Charley Varrick based on a book or true story?
Charley Varrick is adapted from the following source material: Novel: "John Reese".
What is the age rating and content advisory for Charley Varrick?
Charley Varrick holds official age classifications: DE: 16 (FSK 16 — Restricted to viewers aged 16 and older.); FR: TP; GB: 15 (Suitable only for 15 years and over.); US: PG (Parental Guidance Suggested — May contain mild violence or suggestive material.).