The Passenger (1975) movie poster

The Passenger (1975)

Professione: reporter
"I used to be somebody else...but I traded him in."
ThumbScore
πŸ‘ 84%Google users liked it archived
Critics Score
🎬 89% (RT: 88%, MC: 90) ℹ️RT = Rotten Tomatoes (critic reviews). MC = Metacritic (weighted critic average). Critics Score is the average of both.
DramaMysteryThriller

Where to Watch

Free
Tubi
Runtime
2h 6m
Country
France, Italy, Spain
Language
Italian
TMDB Rating
7.2/10 (530 votes)
Rotten Tomatoes
88%
Metacritic
90
Cast
Jack Nicholson as David Locke
Jenny Runacre as Rachel Locke
Ian Hendry as Martin Knight
Steven Berkoff as Stephen
Ambroise Mbia as Achebe
JosΓ© MarΓ­a Caffarel as Hotel Keeper (uncredited)
James Campbell as Witch Doctor (uncredited)
Most people think so. 84% of audiences gave it a thumbs up based on 530 votes. Critics agree, scoring it 89%.
Overview
David Locke is a world-weary American journalist who has been sent to cover a conflict in northern Africa, but he makes little progress with the story. When he discovers the body of a stranger who looks similar to him, Locke assumes the dead man's identity. However, he soon finds out that the man was an arms dealer, leading Locke into dangerous situations. Aided by a beautiful woman, Locke attempts to avoid both the police and criminals out to get him. Wikipedia β†—
Fun Facts
  • During production of The Passenger, the crew faced numerous challenges but managed to complete the shoot ahead of schedule.
  • Jack Nicholson spent months preparing for the role, heavily researching the subject matter.
Audience Consensus

The Passenger is a 1975 drama, mystery, thriller film directed by Michelangelo Antonioni. David Locke is a world-weary American journalist who has been sent to cover a conflict in northern Africa, but he makes little progress with the story. When he discovers the body of a stranger who looks similar to him, Locke assumes the dead man's identity.

However, he soon finds out that the man was an arms dealer, leading Locke into dangerous situations. Aided by a beautiful woman, Locke attempts to avoid both the police and criminals out to get him. The film has been rated by 530 audiences on ThumbScore, reflecting its reach and engagement with viewers.

As a drama film, The Passenger delivers on the expectations of its genre while bringing its own distinctive perspective to the storytelling. The production showcases the creative vision of its filmmaking team, bringing together performances, cinematography, and narrative elements that have resonated with audiences. The Passenger (1975) continues to find viewers through theatrical releases, streaming platforms, and home media, maintaining its place in the contemporary entertainment landscape.

The film represents the kind of cinematic experience that has attracted a dedicated audience, with viewers appreciating its approach to the story and characters it presents.

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