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Counselor at Crime (1973): cast, story & where to watch

1973 · Film · ★ 5.7

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Released in 1973, Counselor at Crime is a crime film directed by Alberto De Martino, running about 104 minutes.

What it’s about. When the godson of San Francisco's crime lord asks permission to leave "the business," Don Antonio agrees, but reluctantly. Such behavior by either one is a violation of the code, and a bloody mob war breaks out. It is only through the strong support of his family connections in Sicily that Don Antonio is able to survive the mêlée and come out on top. Aghast at the situation he has caused, the godson becomes his leader's "consigliere," or Counselor at Crime.

Who’s in it. Counselor at Crime stars Martin Balsam as Don Antonio Macaluso, Tomas Milian as Thomas Accardo, Francisco Rabal as Vincent Garofalo and Dagmar Lassander as Laura Murchison, among others.

How it landed. With an audience score of 5.7/10, Counselor at Crime 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 Counselor at Crime page.

If you liked it. Fans of Counselor at Crime tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, The Godfather Part II and The Dark Knight.

Frequently asked

Where can I watch Counselor at Crime (1973)?
Streaming, rental and purchase options for Counselor at Crime change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
Is Counselor at Crime worth watching?
Counselor at Crime holds an audience score of 5.7 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy crime. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
Who stars in Counselor at Crime?
Counselor at Crime stars Martin Balsam, Tomas Milian, Francisco Rabal, Dagmar Lassander and Nello Pazzafini.
When was Counselor at Crime released?
Counselor at Crime was released in 1973, with a runtime of about 104 minutes.