Fake-Out (1982): cast, story & where to watch
1982 · Film · ★ 4.7
Released in 1982, Fake-Out is an action, comedy and crime film directed by Matt Cimber, running about 96 minutes. “She Trusted the Gangster More Than He Trusted Her!” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. Gangster's girlfriend hangs out in a Las Vegas hotel with her cop protectors while she waits to testify.
Who’s in it. Fake-Out stars Telly Savalas as Lt. Thurston, Pia Zadora as Bobbie Warren, Desi Arnaz Jr. as Det. Clint Morgan and Larry Storch as Ted, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 4.7/10, Fake-Out has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. In US you can rent or buy it from Amazon Video. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Fake-Out page.
If you liked it. Fans of Fake-Out tend to enjoy The Dark Knight, The Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King, Inception and The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Fake-Out (1982)?
- In US, Fake-Out is available to rent or buy from Amazon Video. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
- Is Fake-Out worth watching?
- Fake-Out holds an audience score of 4.7 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy action, comedy and crime. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Fake-Out?
- Fake-Out stars Telly Savalas, Pia Zadora, Desi Arnaz Jr., Larry Storch and G. Wesley Stevens.
- When was Fake-Out released?
- Fake-Out was released in 1982, with a runtime of about 96 minutes.