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The Hoax (1972)

Movie ★ 6.0 85 min

Comedy Crime

Two scheming ne'er-do-wells find a lost nuclear weapon in the ocean near Los Angeles. They decide to light-heartedly try and blackmail the city by asking for money from each citizen. This arouses the attention of the local authorities.

Robert J. Anderson Director Kevin Davis Writer

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Quick facts

Released
April 19, 1972
Runtime
85 min
Rating
PG
IMDb
tt0201661
Language
Studio
All-Scope International

Themes

Cast

Bill Ewing Bill Ewing Cy McCarten Frank Bonner Frank Bonner Clete Dempsey Jacques Aubuchon Jacques Aubuchon Chief Belkins Sharon DeBord Gracie Don Dubbins Don Dubbins Sergeant O'Roherty Harriet Gibson Mrs. Petrucci

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Frequently asked questions

What is The Hoax about?
Two scheming ne'er-do-wells find a lost nuclear weapon in the ocean near Los Angeles. They decide to light-heartedly try and blackmail the city by asking for money from each citizen. This arouses the attention of the local authorities.
Who directed The Hoax?
The Hoax was directed by Robert J. Anderson.
Who stars in The Hoax?
The Hoax stars Bill Ewing, Frank Bonner, Jacques Aubuchon, Sharon DeBord.
When was The Hoax released?
The Hoax is a 1972 comedy, crime film.
Where can I watch The Hoax?
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