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Deadly Encounter
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Deadly Encounter

1982-12-19 · 95 min · ★ 5.4

Action · Thriller · Crime · Drama

A veteran pilot finds himself knee-deep in trouble when his ex-girlfriend shows up at his doorstep in a terrible state. She knows the whereabouts of an immense fortune, and the Mafia is hot on her trail.

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Directors
William A. Graham
Production companies
UAA Films, Roger Gimbel Productions, EMI Films, CBS
Countries
United States of America, Australia
Status
Released

Top Cast

Larry HagmanLarry HagmanSam Hooten
Susan AnspachSusan AnspachChris
James GammonJames GammonFrank Kitchens
Michael C. GwynneJohn Servasco
José ChávezStation Attendant
Jack DunlapMickey
Arnold JeffersPaul
Hank HendrickAide
Roger La RueRoger La RueTall Officer
Glenn MillerPocotello Pete
Tim O'ConnorTim O'ConnorMechanic
Janet GrahamWaitress
Gregorio Sánchez Sr.Doctor
Larry KirschPilot for Sam's Helicopter

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