The Long Goodbye
In 1970s Hollywood, Detective Philip Marlowe tries to help a friend who is accused of murdering his wife.
Release Year
1973
Runtime
112 min
Audience Score
7.4
Genres
Mystery, Drama, Crime
Story Snapshot
In 1970s Hollywood, Detective Philip Marlowe tries to help a friend who is accused of murdering his wife.
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