Cast
Tom Waits
as Zack
John Lurie
as Jack
Roberto Benigni
as Roberto
Nicoletta Braschi
as Nicoletta
Ellen Barkin
as Laurette
Billie Neal
as Bobbie
Rockets Redglare
as Gig
Vernel Bagneris
as Preston
Timothea
as Julie
L.C. Drane
as L.C.
Joy N. Houck Jr.
as Detective Mandino
Carrie Lindsoe
as Young Girl
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Movie Facts
Release Year
1986
Runtime
1h 46m
Language
English
Rating
7.3 / 10
Budget
$1M
Box Office
$2M
Production Companies
Island Pictures • Black Snake • Grokenberger Film Produktion
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Frequently Asked Questions
Where can I watch Down by Law?▼
Check the "Where to Watch" section above for current streaming platforms, rental options, and purchase links for Down by Law (1986).
What is Down by Law about?▼
A disc jockey, a pimp and an Italian tourist escape from jail in New Orleans.
Who directed Down by Law?▼
Down by Law was directed by Jim Jarmusch and released in 1986. It is a crime, drama, comedy film.
How long is Down by Law?▼
Down by Law has a runtime of 1 hours and 46 minutes (106 minutes total).
Who stars in Down by Law?▼
The cast of Down by Law includes Tom Waits as Zack, John Lurie as Jack, Roberto Benigni as Roberto, Nicoletta Braschi as Nicoletta, Ellen Barkin as Laurette and more.
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