The First Deadly Sin
“He's searching for a killer. She's searching for a miracle .... And time is running out.”
Synopsis
A serial killer is stalking New York City. Inspector Edward Delaney is an NYPD detective, nearing retirement, who is trying to put together the pieces of the case. Are the victims somehow linked? What does the brutal method of death signify?
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Top Cast
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Frank Sinatra
Sgt. Edward X. Delaney
Faye Dunaway
Barbara Delaney
David Dukes
Daniel Blank
George Coe
Dr. Bernardi
Brenda Vaccaro
Monica Gilbert
Martin Gabel
Christopher Langley
James Whitmore
Dr. Sanford Ferguson
Anthony Zerbe
Captain Broughton
Joe Spinell
Charles Lipsky
Jeffrey DeMunn
Sgt. Fernandez Correlli
Eddie Jones
Curdy
James Hayden
Young Policeman
Anna Navarro
Sunny Jordeen
Denise Lute
Sports Clerk Girl
Victor Arnold
Officer Kendall
Reuben Greene
Bill Garvin
Tom Signorelli
Carl Lucas
Richard Backus
Walt Ashman
Release History & Theatrical Window
October 3, 1980
Wide Cinema Exhibition
July 1, 1995
Physical Home Media
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Brian G. Hutton
- Screenplay & Story
- Mann Rubin
- Original Score
- Gordon Jenkins
- Original Title
- The First Deadly Sin
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 52m
- Production Studios
- Artanis Productions Inc., Filmways Pictures
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Brian G. Hutton
Mann Rubin, Lawrence Sanders
Gordon Jenkins
Jack Priestley
Eric Albertson
Frank Sinatra, Elliott Kastner, George Pappas, Mark Shanker
Department Leadership Roster
Brian G. Hutton
Director
Mann Rubin
Screenplay
Woods Mackintosh
Production Design
Gordon Jenkins
Original Music Composer
Eric Albertson
Editor
Jack Priestley
Director of Photography
George Pappas
Producer
Mark Shanker
Producer
Age Classification & Content Advisories
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R: Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.
International Certification Matrix
Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.
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Frequently Asked Questions About The First Deadly Sin
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What is The First Deadly Sin about?
A serial killer is stalking New York City. Inspector Edward Delaney is an NYPD detective, nearing retirement, who is trying to put together the pieces of the case. Are the victims somehow linked? What does the brutal method of death signify?
Who directed The First Deadly Sin?
The First Deadly Sin was directed by Brian G. Hutton.
Who stars in The First Deadly Sin?
The principal cast of The First Deadly Sin includes Frank Sinatra, Faye Dunaway, David Dukes, George Coe, Brenda Vaccaro.
When was The First Deadly Sin released and how long is it?
The First Deadly Sin was released in 1980 with a total runtime of 1h 52m.
Who composed the musical score for The First Deadly Sin?
The original motion picture soundtrack for The First Deadly Sin was composed by Gordon Jenkins.
Is The First Deadly Sin based on a book or true story?
The First Deadly Sin is adapted from the following source material: Novel: "Lawrence Sanders".
What is the age rating and content advisory for The First Deadly Sin?
The First Deadly Sin holds official age classifications: US: R (Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.).