Doubletake
Synopsis
Two corpses are found in different locations with their heads severed and exchanged. Frank Janek is called on to head the team of detectives investigating. Meanwhile, Janek is trying to find out why an old friend and colleague committed suicide, which eventually leads to a romantic situation with photographer Caroline Wallace and the discovery of some major corruption among his superiors, all of which has little or nothing to do with the murder story.
Top Cast
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Richard Crenna
Frank Janek
Beverly D'Angelo
Caroline Wallace
Vincent Baggetta
Sal Marchetti
Paul Gleason
Howie Henley
Cliff Gorman
Aaron Greenberg
Drew Snyder
Stanger
Lee Richardson
Chief Jim Hart
Julie Bovasso
Lou DiMona
Eddie Jones
Sweeney
Lois Smith
Sarah
Tom Aldredge
Glendon Lane
Priscilla Lopez
Nelly Gardato
Jeffrey DeMunn
Andrew Lane
Hansford Rowe
Mr. Sims
Concetta Tomei
Hazel Carter
Fiona Gordon
Amanda
Lisa Emery
Brenda
Corbin Bernsen
Tennis Pro
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Jud Taylor
- Screenplay & Story
- William Bayer, John Gay
- Original Score
- Arthur B. Rubinstein
- Original Title
- Doubletake
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- Unknown
- Production Studios
- Titus Productions, Taft Entertainment Television
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Jud Taylor
William Bayer, John Gay
Arthur B. Rubinstein
Barry Sonnenfeld
Craig McKay, Robert M. Reitano
Thomas De Wolfe, Robert Berger, Herbert Brodkin
Department Leadership Roster
Thomas De Wolfe
Producer
Barry Sonnenfeld
Director of Photography
Craig McKay
Editor
Robert M. Reitano
Editor
Charles C. Bennett
Production Design
Peggy Farrell
Costume Design
Jud Taylor
Director
Production Stills & Gallery
Official cinematic photography and background stills for Doubletake.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Doubletake
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What is Doubletake about?
Two corpses are found in different locations with their heads severed and exchanged. Frank Janek is called on to head the team of detectives investigating. Meanwhile, Janek is trying to find out why an old friend and colleague committed suicide, which eventually leads to a romantic situation with photographer Caroline Wallace and the discovery of some major corruption among his superiors, all of which has little or nothing to do with the murder story.
Who directed Doubletake?
Doubletake was directed by Jud Taylor.
Who stars in Doubletake?
The principal cast of Doubletake includes Richard Crenna, Beverly D'Angelo, Vincent Baggetta, Paul Gleason, Cliff Gorman.
When was Doubletake released and how long is it?
Doubletake was released in 1985 with a total runtime of Unknown.
Who composed the musical score for Doubletake?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Doubletake was composed by Arthur B. Rubinstein.
Is Doubletake based on a book or true story?
Doubletake is adapted from the following source material: Novel: "William Bayer".