---
title: "The Big Easy"
year: 1986
canonical_url: "https://www.archytele.com/show/the-big-easy-1986"
media_type: "movie"
tmdb_id: 11028
imdb_id: null
status: "Released"
runtime_minutes: 102
community_rating: 6.2
vote_count: 0
content_rating: "R"
---

# The Big Easy (1986) — Television & Cinema Intelligence Dossier

> **Archytele Living Vault Canonical Record**: https://www.archytele.com/show/the-big-easy-1986

## Executive Summary & Cultural Positioning

The Big Easy is a film first released in 1986. Catalogued under Drama, Action, Crime, Mystery. Produced and broadcast by Kings Road Entertainment. Current status: Released.

## The Hook & The Verdict

**The Hook**: "A New Orleans cop uncovers a murder that points to his own department."

### Why Watch
- Atmospheric New Orleans setting
- Blend of crime and mystery genres
- R-rated tension adds edge

### Caveats & Content Note
- R rating restricts younger viewers
- Runtime under two hours may feel brief
- Tone & Suitability: Rated R for violence and language, intended for adult audiences.

**Micro-Themes & Vibe Matrix**: noir, crime, mystery, atmospheric

## Streaming Availability Matrix

Direct streaming licensing updates dynamically. Consult the live tracking interface at https://www.archytele.com/show/the-big-easy-1986#watch.

## Creative Credits

- **Directed by**: Jim McBride
- **Networks / Studios**: Kings Road Entertainment

## Key Cast Continuity

- **Dennis Quaid** as *Remy McSwain*
- **Ellen Barkin** as *Anne Osborne*
- **Ned Beatty** as *Jack Kellom*
- **John Goodman** as *Andre DeSoto*
- **Lisa Jane Persky** as *McCabe*
- **Ebbe Roe Smith** as *Ed Dodge*
- **Tom O'Brien** as *Bobby McSwain*
- **Charles Ludlam** as *Lamar Parmentel*
- **Grace Zabriskie** as *Mama*
- **Marc Lawrence** as *Vinnie 'The Cannon' DiMotti*

## Canonical Frequently Asked Questions

### Q: What is the basic plot of The Big Easy?
Police Lieutenant Remy McSwain investigates a mobster’s murder and suspects police involvement.

### Q: Who is the main character?
The story follows Remy McSwain, a New Orleans police lieutenant.

### Q: Where does the film take place?
The film is set in New Orleans, Louisiana.

### Q: What genres does the film combine?
It mixes drama, action, crime, and mystery elements.

### Q: How long is the movie?
The runtime is approximately 1 hour and 42 minutes.

## Grounded Source Citations

- [The Big Easy — The Movie Database (TMDB)](https://www.themoviedb.org/movie/11028)
- [The Big Easy (1982) | Kinobox.cz](https://www.kinobox.cz/film/4359248-the-big-easy)
- [The Big Easy / The Big Easy | Fandíme Filmu](https://www.fandimefilmu.cz/film/9012-the-big-easy)
- [Big Easy Express (2012) | Recenze - Uživatelské | ČSFD.cz](https://www.csfd.cz/film/319840-big-easy-express/recenze/)

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*Generated by Archytele Open Intelligence Systems. Data verified against TMDB and JustWatch APIs.*