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Thunderbolt and Lightfoot
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See the most agreed on films →A veteran bank thief, known by his alias "Thunderbolt," crosses paths with a cheerful young drifter named Lightfoot. The younger man persuades the retired criminal to attempt one last major heist. They reassemble Thunderbolt's old crew to target a seemingly impregnable Montana vault. The plan tests their skills and their trust, forming an unlikely partnership between the two men.
Details
- Director
- Michael Cimino
- Writer
- Michael Cimino
- Studio
- Malpaso Productions, United Artists
- Released
- 23 May 1974
- Country
- United States
- Language
- English
- Runtime
- 115 min
- Rated
- R
- Budget
- $4.0M
- Box office
- $25.0M
- Awards
- 0 wins, 1 nomination
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| 47th Academy Awards 1975 | Best Supporting Actor | Jeff Bridges | Nominee |
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