The Stoolie
The Stoolie
1972, English. Directed by John G. Avildsen.
"THE STOOLIE" IS A TRUE STORY. John G. Avildsen, director of "Save the Tiger" and "Joe", has made a new tender-touching film about a stool pigeon - and his fight to earn respectability.
Roger Pitman is a petty thief who makes a deal with the police to use bait money to trap other criminals. But when he gets the cash, Roger can't resist the temptation and steals part of it. He runs off to Miami Beach, but now lives in fear of the crooks that he set up as well as the police.
- Runtime
- 1h 30m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
- Rated
- NR
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Amazon VideoCast & crew
- John G. AvildsenDirector
- Jackie MasonRoger Pitman
- Josip Elic1st Hijacker
- Reid Cruickshanks2nd Hijacker
- Dan FrazerPolice Sgt. Alex Brogan
- Leonard YorrMaxie (as Leonard York)
- Dick CarballoMarco Ruiz (as Richard Carballo)
- Babette NewSylvia
- Mary McKennedyPool hall girl
- Sean WalshTruck driver (as Sean Walch)
- Thayer DavidLattimore
- Ronnie MellenHertz girl
- Marcia KnightLimousine 'lady' (as Marcie Knight)
Details
- Released
- 30 November 1972
- Country
- United States of America
- Written by
- Marc B. Ray, Larry Alexander, Eugene Price
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The Stoolie: quick answers
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How long is The Stoolie?
The Stoolie runs 90 minutes (1h 30m).
Does The Stoolie have a post-credits scene?
None is listed for The Stoolie. Viewers tag these on TMDB, so a brand-new film may not be tagged yet.
The Stoolie parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
The Stoolie is rated NR in India. Check the rating guidance before watching with young children.
Which OTT platform is The Stoolie on?
The Stoolie isn’t on a subscription OTT platform in India, but you can watch it free or buy it online. (Checked 9 November 2026.)
What movies are like The Stoolie?
If you liked The Stoolie, try Take the Money and Run, Shadow of the Thin Man, Ocean's Eleven.
Who directed The Stoolie?
The Stoolie (1972) was directed by John G. Avildsen and stars Jackie Mason, Josip Elic, Reid Cruickshanks.