The Panic in Needle Park
1971, English. Directed by Jerry Schatzberg.
God help Bobby and Helen, they're in love in Needle Park
A stark portrayal of life among a group of heroin addicts who hang out in Needle Park in New York City. Played against this setting is a low-key love story between Bobby, a young addict and small-time hustler, and Helen, a homeless girl who finds in her relationship with Bobby the stability she craves.
- Runtime
- 1h 50m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
- Rated
- R
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Popcorn Flick
Fun if you don’t overthink it.
6.8/10 from 386 TMDB viewer ratings.
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Cast & crew
Details
- Released
- 1 June 1971
- Country
- United States of America
- Written by
- Joan Didion, John Gregory Dunne
- Budget
- $1.6M
- Box office
- $2.2M
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The Panic in Needle Park: quick answers
Is The Panic in Needle Park worth watching?
Our verdict is Popcorn Flick: Fun if you don’t overthink it. It scores 6.8/10 from 386 TMDB viewer ratings.
How long is The Panic in Needle Park?
The Panic in Needle Park runs 110 minutes (1h 50m).
Does The Panic in Needle Park have a post-credits scene?
None is listed for The Panic in Needle Park. Viewers tag these on TMDB, so a brand-new film may not be tagged yet.
The Panic in Needle Park parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
The Panic in Needle Park is rated R in India. Check the rating guidance before watching with young children.
Which OTT platform is The Panic in Needle Park on?
The Panic in Needle Park isn’t streaming on any OTT platform in India yet; it released on 1 June 1971. (Checked 10 November 2026.)
What movies are like The Panic in Needle Park?
If you liked The Panic in Needle Park, try More, Killer Heat, Snow Angels.
Who directed The Panic in Needle Park?
The Panic in Needle Park (1971) was directed by Jerry Schatzberg and stars Al Pacino, Kitty Winn, Alan Vint.