The Postman Always Rings Twice
1981, English. Directed by Bob Rafelson.
You can get away with anything. Once.
The sensuous wife of a lunch wagon proprietor and a rootless drifter begin a sordidly steamy affair and conspire to murder her Greek husband.
- Runtime
- 2h 2m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
- Rated
- R
Start now and it ends at ….
Popcorn Flick
Fun if you don’t overthink it.
6.5/10 from 586 TMDB viewer ratings.
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Where to watch The Postman Always Rings Twice
The Postman Always Rings Twice isn’t on a subscription OTT platform in India, but you can rent it or buy it online.
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Cast & crew
- Bob RafelsonDirector
- Jack NicholsonFrank Chambers
- Jessica LangeCora Papadakis
- John ColicosNick Papadakis
- Michael LernerMr. Katz
- John P. RyanKennedy
- Anjelica HustonMadge
- William TraylorSackett
- Thomas HillBarlow
- Jon Van NessMotorcycle Cop
- Brian FarrellMortenson
- Raleigh BondInsurance Salesman
- William NewmanMan from Home Town
Details
- Released
- 20 March 1981
- Country
- United States of America, Germany
- Written by
- David Mamet
- Budget
- $12M
- Box office
- $12M
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What The Postman Always Rings Twice is based on
The Postman Always Rings Twice is based on The Postman Always Rings Twice, a 1934 novel by James M. Cain, published by Alfred A. Knopf.
Novel · 1934
The Postman Always Rings Twice
By James M. Cain
Published by Alfred A. Knopf
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The Postman Always Rings Twice: quick answers
Is The Postman Always Rings Twice worth watching?
Our verdict is Popcorn Flick: Fun if you don’t overthink it. It scores 6.5/10 from 586 TMDB viewer ratings.
How long is The Postman Always Rings Twice?
The Postman Always Rings Twice runs 122 minutes (2h 2m).
Does The Postman Always Rings Twice have a post-credits scene?
None is listed for The Postman Always Rings Twice. Viewers tag these on TMDB, so a brand-new film may not be tagged yet.
The Postman Always Rings Twice parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
The Postman Always Rings Twice is rated R in India. Check the rating guidance before watching with young children.
Which OTT platform is The Postman Always Rings Twice on?
The Postman Always Rings Twice isn’t on a subscription OTT platform in India, but you can rent it or buy it online. (Checked 10 November 2026.)
What movies are like The Postman Always Rings Twice?
If you liked The Postman Always Rings Twice, try In Secret, Lonely Hearts, Unfaithful.
Who directed The Postman Always Rings Twice?
The Postman Always Rings Twice (1981) was directed by Bob Rafelson and stars Jack Nicholson, Jessica Lange, John Colicos.
What is The Postman Always Rings Twice based on?
The Postman Always Rings Twice is based on The Postman Always Rings Twice, a 1934 novel by James M. Cain, published by Alfred A. Knopf.