About
Based on the true story of would-be Brooklyn bank robbers John Wojtowicz and Salvatore Naturale. Sonny and Sal attempt a bank heist which quickly turns sour and escalates into a hostage situation and stand-off with the police. As Sonny's motives for the robbery are slowly revealed and things become more complicated, the heist turns into a media circus.
Cast
Al Pacino
Sonny Wortzik
John Cazale
Salvatore "Sal" Naturale
Charles Durning
Det. Sgt. Eugene Moretti
Chris Sarandon
Leon Shermer
James Broderick
Agent Sheldon
William Bogert
TV Anchorman
Penelope Allen
Sylvia "Mouth"
Sully Boyar
Mulvaney
Beulah Garrick
Margaret
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Lists
#322 on 1,000 greatest films They Shoot Pictures, Don't They?
#443 on Empire's 500 Greatest Movies Of All Time Empire
#230 on 500 Essential Cult Movies Jennifer Eiss
1001 Movies You Must See Before You Die Steven Jay Schneider
Awards
Oscar for Best Writing, Original Screenplay Frank Pierson
Oscar nomination for Best Actor in a Leading Role Al Pacino
Oscar nomination for Best Actor in a Supporting Role Chris Sarandon
Oscar nomination for Best Director Sidney Lumet