Death Wish 1974
“Vigilante, city style — judge, jury, and executioner.”
What is Death Wish?
Death Wish is a film first released in 1974. Catalogued under Crime, Drama, Action.
- Type
- Film
- Year
- 1974
- Status
- Released
- Runtime
- 93 minutes
- Release date
- Jul 24, 1974
- Studios
- Landers-Roberts Productions, The De Laurentiis Company
- Genres
- Crime, Drama, Action
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Overview
Death Wish is a film first released in 1974. Catalogued under Crime, Drama, Action. Status: Released. A full overview for this page is being written and will appear here once verified against sources.
Should you watch it?
“A grieving architect turns the night streets of New York into his own courtroom.”
- Intense vigilante action
- Charles Bronson’s commanding performance
- Tense urban atmosphere
- Graphic violence may be unsettling
- Pacing can feel slow for modern viewers
Watch it if you enjoy gritty crime dramas about personal vengeance in an urban setting.
The film contains strong violence and themes of revenge, making it suitable for mature audiences.
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Frequently asked questions
What is the protagonist’s occupation?
He works as an architect.
Who plays the lead role?
Charles Bronson stars as the lead.
What event drives him to become a vigilante?
His wife is murdered by street punks, prompting his revenge.
Where does the story take place?
The film is set in New York City.
What genres describe the film?
It is classified as crime, drama, and action.