The Postman Always Rings Twice (1981) movie poster

The Postman Always Rings Twice (1981)

"You can get away with anything. Once."
ThumbScore
๐Ÿ‘ 75%Google users liked it archived
Critics Score
๐ŸŽฌ 70% (RT: 79%, MC: 61) โ„น๏ธRT = Rotten Tomatoes (critic reviews). MC = Metacritic (weighted critic average). Critics Score is the average of both.
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Runtime
2h 2m
Country
Germany, United States of America
Language
English
TMDB Rating
6.5/10 (549 votes)
Rotten Tomatoes
79%
Metacritic
61
Cast
Jack Nicholson as Frank Chambers
Jessica Lange as Cora Papadakis
John Colicos as Nick Papadakis
Michael Lerner as Mr. Katz
John P. Ryan as Kennedy
William Traylor as Sackett
Thomas Hill as Barlow
Most people think so. 75% of audiences gave it a thumbs up based on 549 votes. Critics agree, scoring it 70%.
Overview
The sensuous wife of a lunch wagon proprietor and a rootless drifter begin a sordidly steamy affair and conspire to murder her Greek husband. Wikipedia โ†—
Fun Facts
  • During production of The Postman Always Rings Twice, the crew faced numerous challenges but managed to complete the shoot ahead of schedule.
  • The iconic poster for The Postman Always Rings Twice was designed at the very last minute before marketing began.
  • It remains one of the highest-rated crime films of 1981 among dedicated fans.
Audience Consensus

The Postman Always Rings Twice is a 1981 crime, romance, drama film directed by Bob Rafelson. The sensuous wife of a lunch wagon proprietor and a rootless drifter begin a sordidly steamy affair and conspire to murder her Greek husband. The film has been rated by 549 audiences on ThumbScore, reflecting its reach and engagement with viewers.

As a crime film, The Postman Always Rings Twice 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 Postman Always Rings Twice (1981) 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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