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Cleopatra Jones (1973): Cast, Ratings, Plot & Where to Watch

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Cleopatra Jones is a 1973 action thriller directed by Jack Starrett, starring Tamara Dobson, Antonio Fargas and Bernie Casey. It runs 1 hour 29 minutes. Critics gave it 58 on Metacritic, and IMDb users rate it 5.9/10. Stream it on Hoopla and Philo, or rent or buy it on Amazon Video and Apple TV Store.

IMDb rating
5.9/10
Metascore
58
Cleopatra Jones (1973) movie poster
Released
Runtime
1h 29m (89 min)
Director
Jack Starrett
Genres
Action , Thriller , Crime
Original language
English
After the credits
No No extra scene
The story

What Is Cleopatra Jones About?

The premise of Cleopatra Jones without spoilers. The whole story is in the plot summary further down.

A skilled and determined federal agent, Cleopatra Jones, pursues a ruthless crime boss, Stella Stevens, to her gambling den in Macao. Known for her exceptional martial arts abilities and unwavering resolve, Jones confronts Stevens in a dangerous showdown. She relentlessly investigates Stevens’ criminal empire, leaving no detail unexplored in her pursuit of justice and to dismantle the entire operation.

Cleopatra Jones Themes & Keywords

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  • blaxploitation film
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  • female police officer
  • baggage claim
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  • drug bust
  • flushing drugs down a toilet
  • held at knifepoint
  • car crusher
  • death by car crusher
  • girls with guns
  • reference to adolf eichmann
  • matriarch
  • turkish flag
  • special agent
  • corvette stingray
  • personalised license plate
  • heroin withdrawal
  • toilet paper
  • scrambler motorcycle
  • record turntable
  • reference to deep throat
  • car phone
  • villainess
  • dark comedy
  • police
  • 1970s
  • drug lord
  • drugs
  • poppy field
  • police shootout
  • mission
  • party
  • beating
  • rescue
  • hostage
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  • held at gunpoint
  • interrogation
  • basketball
  • cane
  • servant
  • singer
Where to watch

Where to Watch Cleopatra Jones

Stream it on Hoopla and Philo, or rent or buy it from Amazon Video and Apple TV Store. US availability and prices from JustWatch.

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Cast & crew

Cleopatra Jones Cast

Tamara Dobson leads the cast, with Antonio Fargas and Bernie Casey. Directed by Jack Starrett; 10 actors are credited in all.

Ratings

Cleopatra Jones Reviews & Ratings

Critics gave Cleopatra Jones 58 on Metacritic, and IMDb users rate it 5.9/10.

Plot

Cleopatra Jones Plot Summary

What happens in Cleopatra Jones from start to finish, spoilers included, with a timeline of 12 key events. The opening is below; the full summary is a 2-minute read.

Spoilers ahead

As Cleopatra “Cleo” Jones (Tamara Dobson) maneuvers through the intricate world of international espionage, her ability to juggle the roles of a breathtaking overseas model and a formidable special agent provides the ideal disguise for her covert activities. With her sleek silver and black ‘73 Corvette Stingray, loaded with an array of automatic weapons, Cleo epitomizes the modern-day James Bond heroine, exhibiting exceptional martial arts skills and wielding significant influence.

Full summary

The whole story of Cleopatra Jones, scene by scene

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Videos

Cleopatra Jones Trailers & Videos

2 videos: 2 trailers.

Cleopatra Jones Trailer
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Quiz

How Well Do You Know Cleopatra Jones?

10 questions about the story, each with a hint if you get stuck. Pick an answer to see whether you were right.

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What dual identities does Cleopatra 'Cleo' Jones have?

Cars

Cars in Cleopatra Jones

101 cars on screen, including the 1973 Chevrolet Corvette Stingray C3 and the American 795 C.

All 101 cars
  • 1973 Chevrolet Corvette Stingray C3 in Cleopatra Jones 1973 Chevrolet Corvette Stingray C3 Main role
  • American 795 C in Cleopatra Jones American 795 C Important role
  • 1970 Ford Galaxie 500 in Cleopatra Jones 1970 Ford Galaxie 500 Important role
  • 1967 Ford Mustang in Cleopatra Jones 1967 Ford Mustang Important role
Details

Cleopatra Jones Also Known As

12 alternative titles, including “Cleópatra Jones” and “Dynamitpigen”.

Also known as
  • Cleópatra Jones
  • Dynamitpigen
  • Ein Fall für Cleopatra Jones
  • Dynamite Jones
  • Cleopatra Jones: licenza di uccidere
  • ダイナマイト諜報機関/クレオパトラ危機突破
  • Κλεοπάτρα Τζόουνς
  • Клеопатра Джонс
  • 女煞星
  • کلوپاترا جونز
  • Kleopatra Jones
  • 클레오파트라 존스

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FAQ

Cleopatra Jones FAQ: Where to Watch, Cast & Runtime

Runtime, release date, director, cast, where to watch, ratings and post-credit scenes of Cleopatra Jones, each answered in a sentence.

How long is Cleopatra Jones?

Cleopatra Jones runs 1 hour 29 minutes (89 minutes).

When was Cleopatra Jones released?

Cleopatra Jones was released on July 13, 1973.

Who directed Cleopatra Jones?

Cleopatra Jones was directed by Jack Starrett.

More films by Jack Starrett

Who is in the cast of Cleopatra Jones?

Cleopatra Jones stars Tamara Dobson, Antonio Fargas and Bernie Casey, among 10 credited actors.

Where can I watch Cleopatra Jones?

In the US, Cleopatra Jones is streaming on Hoopla and Philo and available to rent or buy on Amazon Video, Apple TV Store and Fandango At Home (availability from JustWatch).

How is Cleopatra Jones rated?

Cleopatra Jones has 5.9/10 on IMDb, 58 on Metacritic and 58% on TMDB.

Does Cleopatra Jones have a post-credit scene?

No. Cleopatra Jones has no extra scene during or after the credits.

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