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The Passenger (1975)

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.

  • Drama
  • Mystery
  • Thriller

Top billed cast

  • Photo of Jack NicholsonJack NicholsonDavid Locke
  • Photo of Maria SchneiderMaria SchneiderGirl
  • Photo of Jenny RunacreJenny RunacreRachel Locke
  • Photo of Ian HendryIan HendryMartin Knight
  • Photo of Steven BerkoffSteven BerkoffStephen
  • Photo of Ambroise MbiaAmbroise MbiaAchebe
  • Photo of José María CaffarelJosé María CaffarelHotel Keeper (uncredited)
  • Photo of James CampbellJames CampbellWitch Doctor (uncredited)
  • Photo of Manfred SpiesManfred SpiesGerman Stranger (uncredited)
  • Photo of Jean-Baptiste TiéméléJean-Baptiste TiéméléMurderer (uncredited)

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