The Man with the Golden Arm (1955)
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Storyline
When illegal card dealer and recovering heroin addict Frankie Machine gets out of prison, he decides to straighten up. Armed with nothing but an old drum set, Frankie tries to get honest work as a drummer. But when his former employer and his old drug dealer re-enter his life, Frankie finds it hard to stay clean and eventually finds himself succumbing to his old habits.
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Movie Details
| Original title | The Man with the Golden Arm |
|---|---|
| Release date | Dec 26, 1955 |
| Status | Released |
| Keywords | jazz, drug dealer, underground world, prison, junkie, gambling, insanity, sense of guilt, poker, ex-lover, suspicion of murder, rehabilitation |
FAQ
What is The Man with the Golden Arm about?
When illegal card dealer and recovering heroin addict Frankie Machine gets out of prison, he decides to straighten up. Armed with nothing but an old drum set, Frankie tries to get honest work as a drummer. But when his former employer and his old drug dealer re-enter his life, Frankie finds it hard to stay clean and eventually finds himself succumbing to his old habits.
When was The Man with the Golden Arm released?
The Man with the Golden Arm was released on Dec 26, 1955 (status: Released).
Who directed The Man with the Golden Arm?
Otto Preminger directed The Man with the Golden Arm.
What is the TMDB rating of The Man with the Golden Arm?
The Man with the Golden Arm has a TMDB rating of 7.1/10 from 263 votes.