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The Driver(1978)
Status: Released
Date: 1978-06-08
72%
502 Votes
Time: 1h 31m
To break the driver, the cop was willing to break the law.
Overview:
The Driver specializes in driving getaway cars for robberies. His exceptional talent has prevented him from being caught yet. After another successful flight from the police a self-assured detective makes it his primary goal to catch the Driver. He promises pardons to a gang if they help to convict him in a set-up robbery. The Driver seeks help from The Player to mislead the detective.
Languages: English.
Countries:
United Kingdom,
United States of America
Budget: $4,000,000.00
Revenue: $4,900,000.00
ProductionCompanies: 
Movie: The Driver
Top 10 Billed Cast
Ryan O'Neal
The Driver
Bruce Dern
The Detective
Isabelle Adjani
The Player
Ronee Blakley
The Connection
Matt Clark
Red Plainclothesman
Felice Orlandi
Gold Plainclothesman
Joseph Walsh
Glasses
Rudy Ramos
Teeth
Video Trailer The Driver
Video: 4K Restoration Official Trailer
4K Restoration Official Trailer
The Driver (1978) - Trailer
4K Teaser Spot
STUDIOCANAL PRESENTS: THE PODCAST - Episode 7 - A Celebration of Walter Hill's THE DRIVER
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The Driver (1978) - Trailer - Trailer
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STUDIOCANAL PRESENTS: THE PODCAST - Episode 7 - A Celebration of Walter Hill's THE DRIVER - Featurette
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