The Stunt Man

Deserted film set on a sunny afternoon, cameras rolling, a stunt car crashes. A fugitive takes on a stunt role, amid spotlights and scripted chaos. Richard Rush directs this action comedy with a sly touch.

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The Stunt Man was released in 1980 (EN original-language production), with a runtime of 131 minutes.