Sugartime
“Their affair shook the mob... and shocked the world.”
Synopsis
Sam Giancana is a ruthless mob boss from Chicago. During a trip to Las Vegas, he sees a performance by the McGuire Sisters, a popular singing group with a pure image. Sam is attracted to Phyllis and begins aggressively courting her. The two enter into an epic romance, but it brings unwanted attention and tarnishes Phyllis's reputation. For Sam, however, the consequences are far more drastic, landing him in trouble with the law and his fellow mobsters.
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John Turturro
Sam Giancana
Mary-Louise Parker
Phyllis McGuire
Elias Koteas
Butch Blasi
Maury Chaykin
Tony Accardo
Louis Del Grande
Chuckie English
Deborah Duchêne
Christine McGuire
Larissa Laskin
Dorothy McGuire
Richard Blackburn
Police Captain
Christopher Barry
Photographer
Amanda Blitz
Annette Giancana
Renessa Blitz
Francine Giancana
Kelly Bodanis
Doris
Valerie Boyce
Showgirl
Bob Clout
Mr. McGuire
Stuart Clow
Vince Inserra
Bill Cross
Robert Maheu
Reg Dreger
Wadden
Todd Duckworth
Reporter #2
Release History & Theatrical Window
November 25, 1995
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- John N. Smith
- Screenplay & Story
- Martyn Burke
- Original Score
- Sidney James
- Original Title
- Sugartime
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 51m
- Production Studios
- HBO Films, Pacific Western
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
John N. Smith
Martyn Burke
Sidney James
Pierre Letarte
Ralph Brunjes
David Coatsworth, Gale Anne Hurd
Department Leadership Roster
David Coatsworth
Producer
John N. Smith
Director
Martyn Burke
Screenplay
Ralph Brunjes
Editor
Barbara Dunphy
Production Design
Pierre Letarte
Director of Photography
Sidney James
Original Music Composer
Production Stills & Gallery
Official cinematic photography and background stills for Sugartime.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Sugartime
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is Sugartime about?
Sam Giancana is a ruthless mob boss from Chicago. During a trip to Las Vegas, he sees a performance by the McGuire Sisters, a popular singing group with a pure image. Sam is attracted to Phyllis and begins aggressively courting her. The two enter into an epic romance, but it brings unwanted attention and tarnishes Phyllis's reputation. For Sam, however, the consequences are far more drastic, landing him in trouble with the law and his fellow mobsters.
Who directed Sugartime?
Sugartime was directed by John N. Smith.
Who stars in Sugartime?
The principal cast of Sugartime includes John Turturro, Mary-Louise Parker, Elias Koteas, Maury Chaykin, Louis Del Grande.
When was Sugartime released and how long is it?
Sugartime was released in 1995 with a total runtime of 1h 51m.
Who composed the musical score for Sugartime?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Sugartime was composed by Sidney James.