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In Theaters
March 24, 1972
Theatrical Release Date:
03/24/1972
DVD Release Date:
05/11/2004
Run Time:
175min.
Starring:
Director(s):
Distributor(s):
Paramount
MPAA Rating:
R
Genre(s):
Crime and Mystery,Drama
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