The Executioner's Song
Director: Lawrence Schiller
"The story of two people who fell in love.....and kept on falling."
In this fact-based made-for TV film, Gary Gilmore, an Indiana man who just finished serving a lengthy stay in prison, tries to start anew by moving to Utah. Before long, Gary begins an ill-advised romance with the troubled Nicole Baker, a teenage single mother. As their relationship quickly deteriorates, Gary goes on a murderous rampage, leaving two dead. During his trial, he demands capital punishment; a media circus ensues and outsiders look to profit from his story.
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Cast
Tommy Lee Jones
Gary Mark Gilmore
Christine Lahti
Brenda Nicol
Rosanna Arquette
Nicole Baker
Eli Wallach
Vern Damico
Steven Keats
Larry Samuels
Jordan Clarke
Johnny Nicol
Richard Venture
Earl Dorius
Jenny Wright
April Baker
Kenneth O'Brien
Spencer McGrath
John Dennis Johnston
Jimmy Poker-Game
Mary Ethel Gregory
Ida Damico
Pat Corley
Val Conlan
In brief
The Executioner's Song (1982) is a crime, drama film. With an average rating of 5.8/10 from 33 votes, viewer opinions are mixed. The film runs 2h 15min. Check current streaming availability in the "Where to watch" section above.
Frequently asked questions
Where can I watch The Executioner's Song online?
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How long is The Executioner's Song?
The Executioner's Song runs 135 minutes (2h 15min).
What rating does The Executioner's Song have?
The Executioner's Song has an average rating of 5.8/10 based on 33 viewer votes on TMDB.
What year is The Executioner's Song from?
The Executioner's Song was released in 1982.
