Hoodlums (1980): cast, story & where to watch
1980 · Film · ★ 4.2
Released in 1980, Hoodlums is a drama and crime film directed by Mac Ahlberg, running about 90 minutes. “The only thing they couldn't control was a woman” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. Loretta is a singer and escort in a mob-owned NYC nightclub and illegal casino. The favorite working girl of manager George, Loretta is unhappy with her current occupation and looking for a way out. George, meanwhile, is losing his stranglehold on the business. Complications arise when Loretta finds herself falling for a man she meets in her off-hours.
Who’s in it. Hoodlums stars Nai Bonet as Loretta, Tony Page as George, Vicki Sue Robinson as Millie and Raymond Serra as Willie, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 4.2/10, Hoodlums has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. In US you can stream it on Cultpix. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Hoodlums page.
If you liked it. Fans of Hoodlums tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Hoodlums (1980)?
- In US, Hoodlums is available to stream on Cultpix. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
- Is Hoodlums worth watching?
- Hoodlums holds an audience score of 4.2 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama and crime. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Hoodlums?
- Hoodlums stars Nai Bonet, Tony Page, Vicki Sue Robinson, Raymond Serra and Douglas Kerr.
- When was Hoodlums released?
- Hoodlums was released in 1980, with a runtime of about 90 minutes.