
Joe(1970)
“Keep America beautiful.”
Overview
After murdering his daughter's drug-dealing boyfriend, a wealthy ad executive stumbles into a bar and strikes up an uneasy alliance with Joe Curran, a drunken bigot with a bloodlust who works at a local factory.
Director
John G. Avildsen
Studio
The Cannon Group
Budget
$106K
Revenue
$19M
Cast

Peter Boyle
as Joe Curran

Dennis Patrick
as Bill Compton

Susan Sarandon
as Melissa Compton
Patrick McDermott
as Frank Russo

K Callan
as May Lou Curran
Tim Lewis
as Kid in Soda Shop
Estelle Omens
as Woman in Bargain Store
Bob O'Connell
as Man in Bargain Store

Marlene Warfield
as Bellevue Nurse
Audrey Caire
as Joan Compton

Reid Cruickshanks
as American Bartender
Mary Case
as Teeny Bopper
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Movie Facts
Release Year
1970
Runtime
1h 47m
Language
German
Rating
6.4 / 10
Budget
$106K
Box Office
$19M
Production Companies
The Cannon Group
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Frequently Asked Questions
Where can I watch Joe?▼
Check the "Where to Watch" section above for current streaming platforms, rental options, and purchase links for Joe (1970).
What is Joe about?▼
After murdering his daughter's drug-dealing boyfriend, a wealthy ad executive stumbles into a bar and strikes up an uneasy alliance with Joe Curran, a drunken bigot with a bloodlust who works at a local factory.
Who directed Joe?▼
Joe was directed by John G. Avildsen and released in 1970. It is a drama, crime film.
How long is Joe?▼
Joe has a runtime of 1 hours and 47 minutes (107 minutes total).
Who stars in Joe?▼
The cast of Joe includes Peter Boyle as Joe Curran, Dennis Patrick as Bill Compton, Susan Sarandon as Melissa Compton, Patrick McDermott as Frank Russo, K Callan as May Lou Curran and more.
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