Quick Facts
DirectorBrian G. Hutton
Runtime1h 52m · R
GenresCrime · Drama · Mystery · Thriller
Release1980-10-03
Film
The First Deadly Sin
1980· R· 1h 52m· Crime· Drama· Mystery· Thriller
“He's searching for a killer. She's searching for a miracle .... And time is running out.”
A serial killer is stalking New York City. Inspector Edward Delaney is an NYPD detective, nearing retirement, who is trying to put together the pieces of the case. Are the victims somehow linked? What does the brutal method of death signify?
1980-10-03
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Key Crew
DirectorBrian G. Hutton
ScreenplayMann Rubin
Director of PhotographyJack Priestley
Original Music ComposerGordon Jenkins
EditorEric Albertson
Full cast & crew (21 cast · 9 crew)
Details
Released1980-10-03
Runtime1h 52m · R
StatusReleased
StudiosArtanis Productions Inc. · Filmways Pictures
LanguagesEnglish
CountriesUnited States of America
Rating5.8/10 · 41 votes
Original languageen
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