
The Anderson Tapes(1971)
“The Crime of the Century!”
Overview
Thief Duke Anderson—just released from ten years in jail—takes up with his old girlfriend in her posh apartment block, and makes plans to rob the entire building. What he doesn't know is that his every move is being recorded on audio and video, although he is not the subject of any surveillance.
Director
Sidney Lumet
Studio
Robert M. Weitman Productions
Budget
$3M
Revenue
$5M
Cast

Sean Connery
as Duke Anderson

Dyan Cannon
as Ingrid

Martin Balsam
as Haskins

Ralph Meeker
as Police Captain 'Iron Balls' Delaney

Alan King
as Pat Angelo

Christopher Walken
as The Kid

Val Avery
as Parelli aka Socks

Dick Anthony Williams
as Spencer

Garrett Morris
as Officer Everson

Stan Gottlieb
as Pop

Paul Benjamin
as Jimmy

Anthony Holland
as Psychologist
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Movie Facts
Release Year
1971
Runtime
1h 39m
Language
English
Rating
6.1 / 10
Budget
$3M
Box Office
$5M
Production Companies
Robert M. Weitman Productions • Columbia Pictures
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Where can I watch The Anderson Tapes?▼
Check the "Where to Watch" section above for current streaming platforms, rental options, and purchase links for The Anderson Tapes (1971).
What is The Anderson Tapes about?▼
Thief Duke Anderson—just released from ten years in jail—takes up with his old girlfriend in her posh apartment block, and makes plans to rob the entire building. What he doesn't know is that his every move is being recorded on audio and video, although he is not the subject of any surveillance.
Who directed The Anderson Tapes?▼
The Anderson Tapes was directed by Sidney Lumet and released in 1971. It is a crime, thriller, action film.
How long is The Anderson Tapes?▼
The Anderson Tapes has a runtime of 1 hours and 39 minutes (99 minutes total).
Who stars in The Anderson Tapes?▼
The cast of The Anderson Tapes includes Sean Connery as Duke Anderson, Dyan Cannon as Ingrid, Martin Balsam as Haskins, Ralph Meeker as Police Captain 'Iron Balls' Delaney, Alan King as Pat Angelo and more.
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