What is The Laughing Policeman?
The Laughing Policeman is a film first released in 1973. Catalogued under Crime, Drama, Thriller.
- Type
- Film
- Year
- 1973
- Release date
- Dec 20, 1973
- Genres
- Crime, Drama, Thriller
- Updated
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- Rating
- ★ TMDB users: 6.2/10
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The Laughing Policeman is a film first released in 1973. Catalogued under Crime, Drama, Thriller.
Should you watch it?
“A bus massacre sparks a relentless hunt for a killer in foggy San Francisco.”
- Atmospheric neo‑noir style
- Walter Matthau’s commanding performance
- Tense, methodical investigation
- Deliberate pacing may feel slow for some viewers
Watch it if you appreciate methodical police procedurals with a gritty, realistic edge.
The film features realistic gun violence and a somber tone, making it appropriate for mature audiences.
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Frequently asked questions
Is the film based on a book?
Yes, it is loosely based on the 1968 novel The Laughing Policeman by Maj Sjöwall and Per Wahlöö.
Who directed the film?
The film was directed by Stuart Rosenberg.
Who stars as the lead detective?
Walter Matthau stars, playing Sergeant Jake Martin.
What genre does the film belong to?
It is a neo‑noir crime drama thriller.
When was the film released?
It was released in the United States on December 20, 1973.
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