Countdown in Manhattan (1980): Besetzung, Handlung & Streaming
1980 · Film · ★ 5.9
Released in 1980, Countdown in Manhattan is an action, drama and krimi film directed by Robert Butler, running about 101 minutes. “Ein Mann wird zum Zerfetzer” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. Ein hasserfüllter Arbeitsloser entschließt sich die Tochter eines reichen Mannes zu entführen. Gegen diesen hegt er einen Groll und hofft so zum einen seine Rache zu erfüllen und zum anderen eine Millionen Dollar erpressen zu können. Als er zur Tat schreitet verwechselt er das Mädchen jedoch mit der Tochter des Ex-Cops Sean Boyd. Dieser will seiner Tochter zu Hilfe eilen und es entbrennt eine rasante Jagd um ihre Rettung, bei dem sich Boyd allerhand korrupte Polizisten und anarchische Straßengangs entgegenstellen...
Who’s in it. Countdown in Manhattan stars James Brolin as Sean Boyd, Cliff Gorman as Gus Soltic, Richard S. Castellano as Lt. Tonelli and Linda Miller as Barbara Boyd, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.9/10, Countdown in Manhattan has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Countdown in Manhattan page.
If you liked it. Fans of Countdown in Manhattan tend to enjoy The Dark Knight, Der Herr der Ringe - Die Rückkehr des Königs, Inception and The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring.
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- Where can I watch Countdown in Manhattan (1980)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Countdown in Manhattan change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Countdown in Manhattan worth watching?
- Countdown in Manhattan holds an audience score of 5.9 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy action, drama and krimi. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Countdown in Manhattan?
- Countdown in Manhattan stars James Brolin, Cliff Gorman, Richard S. Castellano, Linda Miller and Barton Heyman.
- When was Countdown in Manhattan released?
- Countdown in Manhattan was released in 1980, with a runtime of about 101 minutes.