Condorman (1981): Cast, Ratings & Plot
Condorman is a 1981 action drama directed by Charles Jarrott, starring Michael Crawford, Oliver Reed and Barbara Carrera. It runs 1 hour 30 minutes. Critics gave it 27% on Rotten Tomatoes and 46 on Metacritic, and IMDb users rate it 5.7/10.
- Released
- Runtime
- 1h 30m (90 min)
- Director
- Charles Jarrott
- Original language
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English - Studio
- 20th Century Fox India
- After the credits
- No No extra scene
What Is Condorman About?
The premise of Condorman without spoilers. The whole story is in the plot summary further down.
A mild-mannered cartoonist finds his life dramatically altered when he inadvertently becomes entangled in a dangerous international espionage mission. Inspired by his own comic book creation, he transforms into Condorman, a daring hero who must navigate the complexities of Cold War politics. He unexpectedly joins forces with a captivating KGB agent seeking refuge, embarking on a thrilling adventure filled with wit, charm, and perilous situations as they work together to outsmart their adversaries.
Condorman Themes & Keywords
· 50 tags- non comic book superhero
- character name as title
- condorman character
- weapons fire
- psychotronic film
- vehicle
- cia central intelligence agency
- slimehouse
- superhero action
- satire comedy
- parody comedy
- car goes over a cliff
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- speedboat
- sequel baiting
- reference to dostoevsky
- spy car
- set up for unmade sequel
- male protagonist
- reference to robert redford
- france
- russia
- los angeles california
- american football
- seine river
- eiffel tower paris
- assassination attempt
- italy
- switzerland
- disguised as an arab sheik
- winged superhero
- speedboat crash
- pursuit
- flash forward
- secret code name
- file clerk
- gadget
- laser
- wings
- survivor
- courier
- superhero costume
- falling in love
- goodyear blimp
- porsche the car
- rolls royce the car
- reference to icon the superhero
- man with a glass eye
- dodger stadium los angeles
- saving a life
- casino
Condorman Cast
Michael Crawford leads the cast, with Oliver Reed and Barbara Carrera. Directed by Charles Jarrott; 10 actors are credited in all.
- Director Charles Jarrott
Also Starring in Condorman
· 6 moreMore from Charles Jarrott
More films directed by Charles Jarrott, best-rated first: Mary, Queen of Scots, The Boy in Blue, The Christmas List and At the Midnight Hour.
Condorman Reviews & Ratings
Critics gave Condorman 27% on Rotten Tomatoes and 46 on Metacritic, and IMDb users rate it 5.7/10.
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IMDb 5.7 /10
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Rotten Tomatoes 27% Tomatometer
Popcornmeter 65%
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Metacritic 46 Metascore
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TMDB 55% User score
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Condorman Plot Summary
What happens in Condorman from start to finish, spoilers included, with a timeline of 14 key events. The opening is below; the full summary is a 3-minute read.
Spoilers ahead
Woodrow “Woody” Wilkins, portrayed by Michael Crawford, is an imaginative and quirky American comic book writer who holds an unwavering commitment to realism in his creations. His dedication drives him to construct his very own Condorman flying suit, leading to a daring launch from the Eiffel Tower in Paris, France. Unfortunately, the test flight goes awry when his right wing malfunctions, resulting in an unexpected plunge into the Seine River.
Full summary
The whole story of Condorman, scene by scene
Condorman Trailers & Videos
The trailer of Condorman.
How Well Do You Know Condorman?
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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Cars in Condorman
42 cars on screen, including the 1969 Fiat 500 L and the Bedford.
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1969 Fiat 500 L Important role -
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1969 Porsche 911 Important role
Condorman Also Known As
4 alternative titles, including “Cóndorman” and “קונדורמן”.
- Also known as
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- Cóndorman
- קונדורמן
- Condorman - O Homem Pássaro
- Человек-кондор
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Movies Like Condorman
Films with a similar story, tone or audience, including The Concorde… Airport ’79, Top Secret! and After the Condor.
Condorman FAQ: Cast, Runtime & Release Date
Runtime, release date, director, cast, ratings and post-credit scenes of Condorman, each answered in a sentence.
How long is Condorman?
Condorman runs 1 hour 30 minutes (90 minutes).
When was Condorman released?
Condorman was released on August 7, 1981.
Who directed Condorman?
Condorman was directed by Charles Jarrott.
More films by Charles Jarrott Who is in the cast of Condorman?
Condorman stars Michael Crawford, Oliver Reed and Barbara Carrera, among 10 credited actors.
How is Condorman rated?
Condorman has 5.7/10 on IMDb, 27% on Rotten Tomatoes, 46 on Metacritic and 55% on TMDB.
Does Condorman have a post-credit scene?
No. Condorman has no extra scene during or after the credits.
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