The Big Town 1987
“Lady luck is always on his side. Tonight, she's on fire.”
What is The Big Town?
The Big Town is a film first released in 1987. Catalogued under Drama, Romance.
- Type
- Film
- Year
- 1987
- Status
- Released
- Runtime
- 109 minutes
- Release date
- Sep 25, 1987
- Studios
- Albacore Productions Inc., Columbia Pictures
- Genres
- Drama, Romance
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Overview
The Big Town is a film first released in 1987. Catalogued under Drama, Romance. Produced and broadcast by Albacore Productions Inc., Columbia Pictures. Current status: Released.
Should you watch it?
“A small‑town gambler seeks big‑city fortunes and tangled love in 1957.”
- Matt Dillon, Diane Lane, and Tommy Lee Jones lead the cast
- Atmospheric 1950s setting
- Tense high‑stakes gambling drama
- Mixed critical reception, 54% rating on Kinobox
Watch it if you enjoy stylish period dramas about high‑stakes gambling and complex romance.
The film features romantic entanglements and gambling themes, making it suitable for mature audiences.
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Frequently asked questions
When was The Big Town released?
It was released in the United States on September 25, 1987.
Who directed The Big Town?
The film was directed by Ben Bolt, with Harold Becker credited uncredited.
Who are the main stars of the film?
The main cast includes Matt Dillon, Diane Lane, and Tommy Lee Jones.
What is the setting year of the story?
The story is set in 1957.
What genre does The Big Town belong to?
It is classified as a drama and romance film.
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