
Joe Dancer III: The Big Trade
Synopsis
The last of Robert Blake's three "Joe Dancer movies" finds the private investigator framed for manslaughter as he tries to uncover a Hollywood scandal that could ruin a studio and destroy a top star's career.
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Top Cast
Explore Star Directory →Robert Blake
Joe Dancer
Kenneth McMillan
Lt. Herbie Quilan
Joel Bailey
Judd Hampton
William Prince
Asa Lamar
Jane Daly
Carol Banding
Royal Dano
Cow John
Sydney Lassick
Phil Estin
Sondra Blake
Charlie
Robin Dearden
Jenny Burnell
Sam Anderson
Paul Iberville
Deborah Geffner
Jackie
Gino Conforti
Photo Man
Kelly Lange
Newscaster
Harry Caesar
Morgue Attendant
Joe Di Reda
Studio Security Guard
C. Jaye
Jackie's Friend
Kelly Grant
Blonde with Eastin
Glenn Robards
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Reza Badiyi
- Screenplay & Story
- Ed Waters, Robert Blake
- Original Title
- Joe Dancer III: The Big Trade
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 40m
- Production Studios
- Filmways Television, Mickey Productions, Orion Television
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Reza Badiyi
Ed Waters, Robert Blake
Robert Blake
Department Leadership Roster
Ed Waters
Writer
Reza Badiyi
Director
Age Classification & Content Advisories
Official viewer rating standards and content warnings across international classification boards.
International Certification Matrix
FSK 6 — Restricted to viewers aged 6 and older.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Joe Dancer III: The Big Trade
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is Joe Dancer III: The Big Trade about?
The last of Robert Blake's three "Joe Dancer movies" finds the private investigator framed for manslaughter as he tries to uncover a Hollywood scandal that could ruin a studio and destroy a top star's career.
Who directed Joe Dancer III: The Big Trade?
Joe Dancer III: The Big Trade was directed by Reza Badiyi.
Who stars in Joe Dancer III: The Big Trade?
The principal cast of Joe Dancer III: The Big Trade includes Robert Blake, Kenneth McMillan, Joel Bailey, William Prince, Jane Daly.
When was Joe Dancer III: The Big Trade released and how long is it?
Joe Dancer III: The Big Trade was released in 1983 with a total runtime of 1h 40m.
Is Joe Dancer III: The Big Trade based on a book or true story?
Joe Dancer III: The Big Trade is adapted from the following source material: Characters: "Robert Blake".
What is the age rating and content advisory for Joe Dancer III: The Big Trade?
Joe Dancer III: The Big Trade holds official age classifications: DE: 6 (FSK 6 — Restricted to viewers aged 6 and older.).
