Dog Day Afternoon
1975 • 2h 4m
78%
“Anything can happen during the dog days of summer. On August 22nd, 1972, everything did.”
Overview
Based on the true story of would-be Brooklyn bank robbers John Wojtowicz and Salvatore Naturile. Sonny and Sal attempt a bank heist which quickly turns sour and escalates into a hostage situation and stand-off with the police. As Sonny's motives for the robbery are slowly revealed and things become more complicated, the heist turns into a media circus.
Crime
Drama
Thriller
Release Date
9/21/1975
Status
Released
Original Title
Dog Day Afternoon
Runtime
2h 4m
Budget
$1,800,000
Revenue
$56,665,856
Language
EN
Production Companies
Artists Entertainment Complex
