Shamus
“SHAMUS a pool-shooting, card-playing, broad-chasing, private eye...cross him, and he'll blow your head off!”
Synopsis
Millions in diamonds are stolen from a New York City safe, and later the burglar is killed. Shamus is paid $10,000 by the owner to find the diamonds or the killer.
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Shamus (1973) Theatrical Trailer
Type: Trailer • Published 2011-01-24
Top Cast
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Burt Reynolds
Shamus McCoy
Dyan Cannon
Alexis Montaigne
John P. Ryan
Col. Craig C. Hardcore
Joe Santos
Lieutenant Promuto
Giorgio Tozzi
Dottore
Ron Weyand
E.J. Hume
Larry Block
Springy
Beeson Carroll
John Bolton
Kevin Conway
The Kid
Kay Frye
Bookstore Girl
John Glover
Johnnie Brosten
Merwin Goldsmith
Schnook
Melody Santangello
First Woman
Irving Selbst
Heavy
Alex Wilson
Felix Montaigne
John Amato Jr.
Willie
Lou Martell
Rock
Marshall Anker
Dealer
Release History & Theatrical Window
January 31, 1973
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Buzz Kulik
- Screenplay & Story
- Barry Beckerman
- Original Score
- Jerry Goldsmith
- Original Title
- Shamus
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 46m
- Production Studios
- Columbia Pictures
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Buzz Kulik
Barry Beckerman
Jerry Goldsmith
Victor J. Kemper
Walter Thompson
Robert Weitman
Department Leadership Roster
Buzz Kulik
Director
Jerry Goldsmith
Original Music Composer
Robert Weitman
Producer
Victor J. Kemper
Director of Photography
Walter Thompson
Editor
Barry Beckerman
Writer
Glenn R. Wilder
Stunt Coordinator
Frank L. Thompson
Costume Design
Age Classification & Content Advisories
Official viewer rating standards and content warnings across international classification boards.
PG: Parental Guidance Suggested — May contain mild violence or suggestive material.
International Certification Matrix
FSK 16 — Restricted to viewers aged 16 and older.
Parental Guidance Suggested — May contain mild violence or suggestive material.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Shamus
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is Shamus about?
Millions in diamonds are stolen from a New York City safe, and later the burglar is killed. Shamus is paid $10,000 by the owner to find the diamonds or the killer.
Who directed Shamus?
Shamus was directed by Buzz Kulik.
Who stars in Shamus?
The principal cast of Shamus includes Burt Reynolds, Dyan Cannon, John P. Ryan, Joe Santos, Giorgio Tozzi.
When was Shamus released and how long is it?
Shamus was released in 1973 with a total runtime of 1h 46m.
Who composed the musical score for Shamus?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Shamus was composed by Jerry Goldsmith.
What is the age rating and content advisory for Shamus?
Shamus holds official age classifications: DE: 16 (FSK 16 — Restricted to viewers aged 16 and older.); US: PG (Parental Guidance Suggested — May contain mild violence or suggestive material.).