Serpico (1973)
📌 Available on Pluto TV and Prime Video🛡️ Adults 18+
📖 Story
A cop's conscience becomes his curse when Serpico refuses to participate in the systematic corruption that defines his precinct. Isolated and betrayed by the very brotherhood he trusted, he wages a solitary battle against an institution that views integrity as a threat. His defiance costs him everything, yet his refusal to bend reveals the devastating price of choosing principle over survival in a world built on compromise.
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Rise-to-power
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Excellent match
EnergyRising and charged
ToneEpic and aspirational
ExperienceGrowth, power, and escalation
Best suited forviewers who enjoy accessible storytelling
What to expect from this title?Expect a rise-from-below journey built on training, power shifts, and the satisfaction of steady progression.
Dialogue drives the rhythmChemistry matters more than escalationEasy to settle into
🛡️ Age guidance & viewing advice
Adults
📌 MPAA
This title is not ideal for family viewing.
Runtime
129 min
Original language
English
Country of origin
United States
Type
Movie
👥 Cast profile
6 sectionsCast & Crew
Key creators and cast in a compact, organized view.
DirectorSidney Lumet
WritingWaldo SaltNorman Wexler
CastAl PacinoJohn RandolphJack KehoeBiff McGuireBarbara Eda-Young
ProductionMartin BregmanDino De Laurentiis
MusicEdward BeyerRichard P. CirincioneJack Fitzstephens
CinematographyArthur J. Ornitz
Where to watch Serpico
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Now available through 9 official offers on 2 platforms
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✅ 9 official offers🎬 2 platforms🌍 May vary by country
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9 platforms available · Prices may vary by country
✨Availability Snapshot9 offers
Serpico is currently listed across official watch options including Pluto TV and Prime Video.
Subscription access may be available through Pluto TV, depending on your country and plan. Rental starts from 2.49 GBP on Prime Video. Purchase starts from 4.99 GBP on Prime Video.
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📺Providers2🎟️Lowest rent2.49 GBP🛒Lowest buy4.99 GBP
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📊 Title-specific financial analysis
Commercial performance analysis
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🔥Huge commercial success8.8x
💱Analysis currency: USD
Commercial takeaway
Revenue reached a very high multiple of the production cost
The release achieved a very large return multiple, clearly beyond a normal strong success.
Quick pulse
Huge success
💹 Return multiple: 8.8x📈 ROI: +780%🧾 Huge commercial success
💰Budget
$3.5M3.5 million USD
Reported production cost in USD.
🌍Worldwide revenue
$30.8M30.8 million USD
Total reported box office return in USD.
🔥Commercial gap
+$27.3M+27.3 million USD
Gap between revenue and budget.
🔥Return multiple
8.8x8.8x
How many times revenue covered the budget.
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Relative scale inside this section
Budget: $3.5M • Revenue: $30.8M • Commercial gap: +$27.3M ROI +780%
This commercial analysis compares the release budget, total revenue, commercial gap, and return multiple to explain the final box office position. — Return multiple is very high.
Financial data is based on available sources and may be updated when official or newer figures become available.
Financial data is based on available sources and may be updated when official or newer figures become available.
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Cast & crew
Al Pacino
Officer Frank Serpico
John Randolph
Sidney Green
Jack Kehoe
Tom Keough
Biff McGuire
Captain McClain
Barbara Eda-Young
Laurie
Cornelia Sharpe
Leslie Lane
Tony Roberts
Bob Blair
John Medici
Pasquale
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Allan Rich
D. A. Tauber
Norman Ornellas
Rubello
Edward Grover
Lombardo
Albert Henderson
Peluce
Hank Garrett
Malone
Damien Leake
Joey
Director: Sidney Lumet
❓ FAQ
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1Where can I watch Serpico?
The film is available on both Prime Video and Pluto TV. You can choose whichever platform is accessible in your region. The film runs for 129 minutes.
2Is Serpico suitable for all ages?
As a crime and drama film with violent scenes, it's recommended for mature audiences. Check the age rating on your streaming platform for specific guidelines.
3What is Serpico's plot?
The film tells the true story of a police officer who stands against corruption and bribery within the NYPD in 1973, finding himself isolated and threatened by his colleagues. It's a historical lesson about courage and principles.
4Who directed and starred in Serpico?
The film stars global icon Al Pacino and is directed by renowned filmmaker Sidney Lumet, one of the most important figures in American cinema history.
5When was Serpico released and is it based on a true story?
The film was released in 1973 and is based on the true story of real police officer Frank Serpico who fought corruption in the NYPD. It's considered one of the greatest historical crime dramas.
6What does Serpico mean and is the film worth watching?
Serpico is the name of the real police officer who stands as a lone hero against corruption. The film is highly worth watching for Pacino's outstanding performance and its important message about integrity and individual courage.
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