

Three Tough Guys
“The Black Moses, The Hammer, and The Preacher Man. They've got their own kind of mean game.”
Synopsis
Isaac Hayes plays as Lee in his feature film debut, as Father Charlie and himself solve a bank robbery mystery that stretches across the city. After Lee is removed from the force due to $1,000,000 being stolen from the bank Father Charlie helps him to gain revenge for the loss of one of his friends.
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Top Cast
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Father Charlie
Isaac Hayes
Lee
Fred Williamson
Joe Snake
Paula Kelly
Fay
William Berger
Captain Ryan
Vittorio Sanipoli
Mike Petralia
Lorella De Luca
Anne Lombardo
Mario Erpichini
Gene Lombardo
Jess Hahn
The Bartender
Jacques Herlin
Barfly
Guido Leontini
Sergeant Sam
Romano Puppo
Hood
Luciano Salce
The Bishop
Thurman Scott
Tony
Joel Cory
Cammioneur
Dutchell Smith
Pieton
Ira Rogers
Lou
Margot Novick
Prostitute
Release History & Theatrical Window
May 29, 1974
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Duccio Tessari
- Screenplay & Story
- Luciano Vincenzoni, Nicola Badalucco
- Original Score
- Isaac Hayes
- Original Title
- Three Tough Guys
- Country of Origin
- Italy, France
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 32m
- Production Studios
- DDL Cinematografica, Columbia Films
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Duccio Tessari
Luciano Vincenzoni, Nicola Badalucco
Isaac Hayes
Aldo Tonti
Mario Morra, Richard Marks
Dino De Laurentiis
Department Leadership Roster
Luciano Vincenzoni
Writer
Isaac Hayes
Original Music Composer
Mario Morra
Editor
Francesco Bronzi
Production Design
Duccio Tessari
Director
Dino De Laurentiis
Producer
Nicola Badalucco
Writer
Richard Marks
Editor
Aldo Tonti
Director of Photography
Age Classification & Content Advisories
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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 Three Tough Guys
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is Three Tough Guys about?
Isaac Hayes plays as Lee in his feature film debut, as Father Charlie and himself solve a bank robbery mystery that stretches across the city. After Lee is removed from the force due to $1,000,000 being stolen from the bank Father Charlie helps him to gain revenge for the loss of one of his friends.
Who directed Three Tough Guys?
Three Tough Guys was directed by Duccio Tessari.
Who stars in Three Tough Guys?
The principal cast of Three Tough Guys includes Lino Ventura, Isaac Hayes, Fred Williamson, Paula Kelly, William Berger.
When was Three Tough Guys released and how long is it?
Three Tough Guys was released in 1974 with a total runtime of 1h 32m.
Who composed the musical score for Three Tough Guys?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Three Tough Guys was composed by Isaac Hayes.
What is the age rating and content advisory for Three Tough Guys?
Three Tough Guys 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.).

















