The Man with Bogart's Face (1980): cast, story & where to watch
1980 · Film · ★ 6.4
Released in 1980, The Man with Bogart's Face is a comedy and thriller film directed by Robert Day, running about 106 minutes. “The face may be familiar. The mystery is brand new.” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. In this send-up of the Humphrey Bogart detective films of the 1940s, a man idolizes Bogart so much that he has his features altered to look exactly like him and then opens up a detective agency under the name Sam Marlow.
Who’s in it. The Man with Bogart's Face stars Robert Sacchi as Sam Marlow, Franco Nero as Hakim, Michelle Phillips as Gena and Olivia Hussey as Elsa, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.4/10, The Man with Bogart's Face 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 The Man with Bogart's Face page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Man with Bogart's Face tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Man with Bogart's Face (1980)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Man with Bogart's Face change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Man with Bogart's Face worth watching?
- The Man with Bogart's Face holds an audience score of 6.4 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy and thriller. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Man with Bogart's Face?
- The Man with Bogart's Face stars Robert Sacchi, Franco Nero, Michelle Phillips, Olivia Hussey and Misty Rowe.
- When was The Man with Bogart's Face released?
- The Man with Bogart's Face was released in 1980, with a runtime of about 106 minutes.