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The Executioner's Song

1982 • 2h15m Crime, Drama

Rating

5.7/10

Popularity

1

In this fact-based made-for TV film, Gary Gilmore, an Indiana man who just finished serving a lengthy stay in prison, tries to start anew by moving to Utah. Before long, Gary begins an ill-advised romance with the troubled Nicole Baker, a teenage single mother. As their relationship quickly deteriorates, Gary goes on a murderous rampage, leaving two dead. During his trial, he demands capital punishment; a media circus ensues and outsiders look to profit from his story.

Details

Director

Lawrence Schiller

Screenplay

Norman Mailer

Cast

Tommy Lee Jones

Christine Lahti

Rosanna Arquette

Release date

9/10/1982

Status

Released

Origin country

US

Vote count

31