The Postman Always Rings Twice movie poster

The Postman Always Rings Twice

"You can get away with anything. Once."

March 20, 1981 2h 2m 6.5/10 (540 votes)

Originally released in 1981. The Postman Always Rings Twice is a crime/romance film. directed by Bob Rafelson. With a runtime of 2h 2m, it's an epic theatrical experience.

Starring Jack Nicholson, Jessica Lange, and John Colicos

Synopsis

The sensuous wife of a lunch wagon proprietor and a rootless drifter begin a sordidly steamy affair and conspire to murder her Greek husband.

Quick Facts

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Release Date March 20, 1981 44 years ago
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Runtime 2h 2m 122 minutes total
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User Rating 6.5/10 Good (540 votes)
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Budget $12M Production budget
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Box Office $12.4M 1.0x return
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Language English Original language
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Country Germany + 1 more

Production Details

Status
Released
Original Language
EN
Budget
$12,000,000
Revenue
$12,376,625

Production Companies

  • CIP Filmproduktion GmbH
  • Northstar International
  • Lorimar Motion Pictures

❓ Frequently Asked Questions

What is The Postman Always Rings Twice about?

The sensuous wife of a lunch wagon proprietor and a rootless drifter begin a sordidly steamy affair and conspire to murder her Greek husband.

Who directed The Postman Always Rings Twice?

The Postman Always Rings Twice was directed by Bob Rafelson.

How long is The Postman Always Rings Twice?

The Postman Always Rings Twice has a runtime of 2 hours and 2 minutes (122 minutes total).

When was The Postman Always Rings Twice released?

The Postman Always Rings Twice was released on March 20, 1981 in theaters.

Who are the main actors in The Postman Always Rings Twice?

The main cast of The Postman Always Rings Twice includes Jack Nicholson, Jessica Lange, John Colicos, Michael Lerner, John P. Ryan.

Is The Postman Always Rings Twice worth watching?

The Postman Always Rings Twice has a user rating of 6.5/10 based on 540 reviews, indicating good reception from audiences.