The Big Black Pill

1981

1h 40m

Crime

Drama

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40%

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Fewer than 50 Ratings

Private eye Joe Dancer's murder investigation uncovers a trail of corruption and homicide leading to a wealthy family.

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The archetype of corny, lumbering dad action that was so prevalent in 70s and 80s TV. Notably, Robert Blake, playing an ultra-bland version of Columbo, gets hit on by both Veronica Cartwright AND JoBeth Williams…one of the best examples of the power of producing your own starring projects.

Rated 1.5 out of 5 stars

02/24/23

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Hardboiled gumshoe wannabe saved from mediocrity by a varied and interesting supporting cast of great veteran actors all of whom except JoBeth Williams don't get enough screen time.

Rated 2.5 out of 5 stars

02/27/23

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Reza Badiyi

Director

Robert Blake

Joe Dancer

JoBeth Williams

Tiffany Farrenpour

Neva Patterson

Eliza Farinpour

James Gammon

Captain Jake Jacqualone

Veronica Cartwright

Sister Theresa

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Synopsis

Private eye Joe Dancer's murder investigation uncovers a trail of corruption and homicide leading to a wealthy family.

Director: Reza Badiyi
Producer: Alan Godfrey
Screenwriter: Michael Butler
Production Co: Filmways Television
Genre: Crime, Drama
Original Language: English
Release Date (Streaming): Mar 7, 2019
Runtime: 1h 40m

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