What is The Domino Principle?
The Domino Principle is a film first released in 1977. Catalogued under Thriller, Action.
- Type
- Film
- Year
- 1977
- Status
- Released
- Runtime
- 98 minutes
- Release date
- Mar 23, 1977
- Studios
- Associated General Films, ITC Entertainment, Martin Starger Productions
- Genres
- Thriller, Action
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Overview
The Domino Principle is a film first released in 1977. Catalogued under Thriller, 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 skilled Vietnam vet is offered freedom for a perilous covert mission.”
- Directed by acclaimed filmmaker Stanley Kramer
- Features a strong performance by Gene Hackman
- Offers a tense, action‑driven thriller premise
- Reception was mixed, with some viewers finding it uneven
Watch it if you enjoy gritty 1970s thrillers with a veteran anti‑hero.
The film contains violent action and a dark, paranoid atmosphere, suitable for mature audiences.
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Frequently asked questions
When was The Domino Principle released?
It was released in 1977.
Who directed the film?
Stanley Kramer directed it.
Which actors star in the film?
The cast includes Gene Hackman, Candice Bergen, Richard Widmark, Mickey Rooney, and Edward Albert.
What is the film’s runtime?
The runtime is approximately 1 hour and 38 minutes.
What genre does the film belong to?
It is classified as a thriller and action film.