The Iceman Cometh 1973
“They drank and they dreamed...tomorrow they would conquer the world...then along came Hickey.”
- Status
- Released
- Runtime
- 239 minutes
- Director
- John Frankenheimer
- Networks
- Cinévision Ltée, The American Film Theatre
What is The Iceman Cometh?
The Iceman Cometh is a film first released in 1973. Catalogued under Drama.
- Type
- Film
- Year
- 1973
- Status
- Released
- Runtime
- 239 minutes
- Release date
- Nov 10, 1973
- Studios
- Cinévision Ltée, The American Film Theatre
- Genres
- Drama
- Updated
At a glance
- Rating
- ★ TMDB users: 6.0/10
- Episode runtime
- ~239 minutes
- Status
- Released
- Networks
- Cinévision Ltée, The American Film Theatre
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The Iceman Cometh is a film first released in 1973. Catalogued under Drama. Produced and broadcast by Cinévision Ltée, The American Film Theatre. Current status: Released.
Should you watch it?
“A weary bar crowd confronts a sobering message about dreams and reality.”
- Authentic 1912 bar atmosphere
- Explores hope versus disillusionment
- Nearly four‑hour runtime demands patience
Watch it if you appreciate character‑driven period dramas that examine hope and disillusionment.
The PG‑rated film contains bleak, mature themes that may affect sensitive viewers.
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Frequently asked questions
When and where does the story take place?
It is set in 1912 inside The Last Chance Saloon, a dive bar.
Who is the pivotal character that arrives each year?
Hickey, who brings free drinks and stories to the patrons.
What message does Hickey deliver in this installment?
He urges the patrons to abandon hopeless dreams and face reality.
How long is the film?
The runtime is approximately 3 hours and 59 minutes.
What is the film’s rating?
It is rated PG.
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