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The Panic in Needle Park (1971)

A stark portrayal of life among a group of heroin addicts who hang out in Needle Park in New York City. Played against this setting is a low-key love story between Bobby, a young addict and small-time hustler, and Helen, a homeless girl who finds in her relationship with Bobby the stability she craves.

  • Drama
  • Romance

Top billed cast

  • Photo of Al PacinoAl PacinoBobby
  • Photo of Kitty WinnKitty WinnHelen
  • Photo of Alan VintAlan VintHotch
  • Photo of Richard BrightRichard BrightHank
  • Photo of Kiel MartinKiel MartinChico
  • Photo of Michael McClanathanMichael McClanathanSonny
  • Photo of Warren FinnertyWarren FinnertySammy
  • Photo of Marcia Jean KurtzMarcia Jean KurtzMarcie
  • Photo of Raúl JuliáRaúl JuliáMarco
  • Photo of Angie OrtegaAngie OrtegaIrene

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