Pulp
“Write it. Live it. But try not to be it.”
A seedy writer of sleazy pulp novels is recruited by a quirky, reclusive ex-actor to help him write his biography at his house in Malta.
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About Pulp
Pulp is a 1972 English-language mystery, crime and drama film directed by Mike Hodges. The cast is led by Michael Caine, Mickey Rooney, Lionel Stander. It has a runtime of 1h 35m. Viewers rate it 5.8/10 across 100 ratings.
Pulp was produced by Three Michaels Film Productions and made in United Kingdom. It was released on November 1, 1972.
- Director
- Mike Hodges
- Writers
- Mike Hodges
- Release date
- November 1, 1972
- Original language
- English
- Status
- Released
- Country
- United Kingdom
- Production
- Three Michaels Film Productions
Pulp cast & crew
Pulp was directed by Mike Hodges and written by Mike Hodges.
The cast features Michael Caine as Mickey King, Mickey Rooney as Preston Gilbert, Lionel Stander as Ben Dinuccio, Lizabeth Scott as Princess Betty Cippola, Nadia Cassini as Liz Adams, and Dennis Price as The Englishman.
Behind the camera, cinematography is by Ousama Rawi and it was produced by Michael Caine and Michael Klinger.
Is Pulp worth watching?
Pulp holds an audience score of 5.8/10 from 51 ratings, a more divisive mystery films.
At 1h 35m, it's an easy, time-light watch.
If you enjoy mystery, crime, and drama, Pulp is worth a place on your watchlist.
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Cast of Pulp
Michael Caine
Mickey King
Mickey Rooney
Preston Gilbert
Lionel Stander
Ben Dinuccio
Lizabeth Scott
Princess Betty Cippola
Nadia Cassini
Liz Adams
Dennis Price
The Englishman
Al Lettieri
Miller
Leopoldo Trieste
Marcovic
Amerigo Tot
Partisan
Robert Sacchi
The Bogeyman
Giulio Donnini
Typing Pool Manager
Luciano Pigozzi
Clairvoyant
Pulp — FAQs
▸Where can I watch Pulp in United States?
Pulp is not currently available on major streaming services in United States. Availability changes often — check back soon.
▸What language is Pulp in?
Pulp is originally in English, with audio tracks including English, German, Italian. Subtitle and dub options vary by streaming service.
▸How long is Pulp?
Pulp runs 1 hours 35 minutes (95 minutes).
▸What is Pulp rated?
It holds a 5.8/10 audience score from 51 ratings.
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