The Killing of a Chinese Bookie
1976, English. Directed by John Cassavetes.
Cosmo Vittelli, the proprietor of a sleazy, low-rent Hollywood cabaret, has a real affection for the women who strip in his peepshows and the staff who keep up his dingy establishment. He also has a major gambling problem that has gotten him in trouble before. When Cosmo loses big-time at an underground casino run by mobster Mort, he isn't able to pay up. Mort then offers Cosmo the chance to pay back his debt by knocking off a pesky, Mafia-protected bookie.
- Runtime
- 2h 15m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
- Rated
- R
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The Killing of a Chinese Bookie is streaming on HBO Max and Criterion Channel in India.
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- Released
- 15 February 1976
- Country
- United States of America
- Written by
- John Cassavetes
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The Killing of a Chinese Bookie: quick answers
Is The Killing of a Chinese Bookie worth watching?
Our verdict is Worth the Hype: Clear your evening for this. It scores 7.0/10 from 312 TMDB viewer ratings.
How long is The Killing of a Chinese Bookie?
The Killing of a Chinese Bookie runs 135 minutes (2h 15m).
Does The Killing of a Chinese Bookie have a post-credits scene?
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The Killing of a Chinese Bookie parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
The Killing of a Chinese Bookie is rated R in India. Check the rating guidance before watching with young children.
Which OTT platform is The Killing of a Chinese Bookie on?
The Killing of a Chinese Bookie is streaming on HBO Max and Criterion Channel in India. (Checked 14 November 2026.)
What movies are like The Killing of a Chinese Bookie?
If you liked The Killing of a Chinese Bookie, try The Grissom Gang, Lucky Number Slevin, The Boys Next Door.
Who directed The Killing of a Chinese Bookie?
The Killing of a Chinese Bookie (1976) was directed by John Cassavetes and stars Ben Gazzara, Timothy Carey, Seymour Cassel.