The Don Is Dead
“Power built an empire. Passion destroyed it.”
Synopsis
After his mistress is murdered, a Mafia leader goes after the killer with a bloody vengeance. Soon after the hunt begins, a gang war ensues.
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DON IS DEAD TRAILEROfficial
Type: Trailer • Published 2013-06-21
Top Cast
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Anthony Quinn
Don Angelo DiMorra
Frederic Forrest
Tony Fargo
Robert Forster
Frank Regalbuto
Al Lettieri
Vince Fargo
Angel Tompkins
Ruby Dunne
Charles Cioffi
Orlando
Jo Anne Meredith
Marie
Barry Russo
Don Aggimio Bernardo
Louis Zorich
Mitch
Anthony Charnota
Johnny Tresca
Ina Balin
Nella
Joe Santos
Joe Lucci
Frank De Kova
Giunta
Abe Vigoda
Don Talusso
Victor Argo
Augie the Horse
Val Bisoglio
Pete Lazatti
Robert Carricart
Mike Spada
Frank Christi
Harold Early
Release History & Theatrical Window
November 14, 1973
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Richard Fleischer
- Screenplay & Story
- Marvin H. Albert
- Original Score
- Jerry Goldsmith
- Original Title
- The Don Is Dead
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- Italian, English
- Runtime
- 1h 46m
- Production Studios
- Universal Pictures, Hal Wallis Productions
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Richard Fleischer
Marvin H. Albert, Christopher Trumbo, Michael Butler
Jerry Goldsmith
Richard H. Kline
Edward A. Biery
Hal B. Wallis
Department Leadership Roster
Marvin H. Albert
Screenplay
Richard Fleischer
Director
Jerry Goldsmith
Original Music Composer
Hal B. Wallis
Producer
Richard H. Kline
Director of Photography
Edith Head
Costume Design
Edward A. Biery
Editor
Age Classification & Content Advisories
Official viewer rating standards and content warnings across international classification boards.
R: Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.
International Certification Matrix
FSK 18 — Restricted to adults 18 and older.
Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.
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Frequently Asked Questions About The Don Is Dead
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is The Don Is Dead about?
After his mistress is murdered, a Mafia leader goes after the killer with a bloody vengeance. Soon after the hunt begins, a gang war ensues.
Who directed The Don Is Dead?
The Don Is Dead was directed by Richard Fleischer.
Who stars in The Don Is Dead?
The principal cast of The Don Is Dead includes Anthony Quinn, Frederic Forrest, Robert Forster, Al Lettieri, Angel Tompkins.
When was The Don Is Dead released and how long is it?
The Don Is Dead was released in 1973 with a total runtime of 1h 46m.
Who composed the musical score for The Don Is Dead?
The original motion picture soundtrack for The Don Is Dead was composed by Jerry Goldsmith.
Is The Don Is Dead based on a book or true story?
The Don Is Dead is adapted from the following source material: Novel: "Marvin H. Albert".
What is the age rating and content advisory for The Don Is Dead?
The Don Is Dead holds official age classifications: DE: 18 (FSK 18 — Restricted to adults 18 and older.); US: R (Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.).