Mr. Ricco (1975): Cast, Plot & Where to Watch
Mr. Ricco is a 1975 comedy thriller directed by Paul Bogart, starring Dean Martin as Joe Ricco, Thalmus Rasulala and Cindy Williams. It runs 1 hour 38 minutes. Rent or buy it on Amazon Video and Apple TV Store.
- Released
- Runtime
- 1h 38m (98 min)
- Director
- Paul Bogart
- Original language
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English - Studio
- Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer
- After the credits
- No No extra scene
What Is Mr. Ricco About?
The premise of Mr. Ricco without spoilers. The whole story is in the plot summary further down.
San Francisco lawyer Joe Ricco (Dean Martin) frees suspected killer Frankie Steele. When two cops are murdered, all clues point to Steele, but Ricco doubts his client and investigates. He battles a hostile lieutenant, faces planted evidence, survives attempts on his life, and uncovers a hidden mastermind. Cindy Williams appears as his assistant.
Mr. Ricco Themes & Keywords
· 14 tags- character name as title
- surname in title
- blaxploitation
- lawyer
- militant
- 1970s
- dog
- exploding car
- attorney
- san francisco california
- period in title
- murder accusation
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- lieutenant
- abbreviation in title
Where to Watch Mr. Ricco
Rent or buy it from Amazon Video and Apple TV Store. US availability and prices from JustWatch.
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Mr. Ricco Cast & Characters
Dean Martin leads the cast as Joe Ricco, with Thalmus Rasulala as Frankie Steele and Cindy Williams as Jamison. Directed by Paul Bogart; 23 actors are credited in all.
- Director Paul Bogart
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Dean Martin as Joe Ricco - Thalmus Rasulala as Frankie Steele
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Cindy Williams as Jamison - Eugene Roche as George Cronyn
Also Starring in Mr. Ricco
· 19 more- Robert Sampson Justin
- Michael Gregory Tanner
- Oliver Givens Calvin Mapes
- Philip Michael Thomas Purvis Mapes (as Philip Thomas)
- Denise Nicholas Irene Mapes
- Geraldine Brooks Katherine Fremont
- Rose Gregorio Angela
- Frank Puglia Uncle Enzo
- Nicky Blair Nino
- John Quade Arkansas
- Jason Wingreen Judge
- George Tyne Lt. Barrett
- Nora Marlowe Mrs. Callahan
- Ellaraino Sally (as Ella Edwards)
- Jay Fletcher Lt. Harmon Jackson
- Joseph Hacker Markham
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- Mickey Caruso Officer Riley
- Dennis Lee Smith Officer Hanley
- Daniel Keough Doctor
Mr. Ricco Plot Summary
What happens in Mr. Ricco from start to finish, spoilers included, with a timeline of 12 key events. The opening is below; the full summary is a 3-minute read.
Spoilers ahead
A murder charge is dropped against Frankie Steele, Thalmus Rasulala, a San Francisco black militant, and he is represented by liberal attorney Joe Ricco, Dean Martin. Two police officers are then gunned down, and an eyewitness—the young son of a friend of Ricco’s—identifies Steele as the man seen leaving the scene. The case tests Ricco’s ideals and his ability to navigate a trap filled with tension, race, and motive.
Full summary
The whole story of Mr. Ricco, scene by scene
Mr. Ricco Trailers & Videos
The trailer of Mr. Ricco.
How Well Do You Know Mr. Ricco?
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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Who portrays the liberal attorney Joe Ricco?
Cars in Mr. Ricco
58 cars on screen, including the 1974 Ford Mustang II and the 1972 Chevrolet Bel Air.
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1968 Chevrolet Camaro Important role
Mr. Ricco Also Known As
3 alternative titles, including “Colpisci ancora Joe” and “Desafío”.
- Also known as
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- Colpisci ancora Joe
- Desafío
- Was nützt dem toten Hund ein Beefsteak?
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Mr. Ricco FAQ: Where to Watch, Cast & Runtime
Runtime, release date, director, cast, where to watch and post-credit scenes of Mr. Ricco, each answered in a sentence.
How long is Mr. Ricco?
Mr. Ricco runs 1 hour 38 minutes (98 minutes).
When was Mr. Ricco released?
Mr. Ricco was released on January 31, 1975.
Who directed Mr. Ricco?
Mr. Ricco was directed by Paul Bogart.
More films by Paul Bogart Who is in the cast of Mr. Ricco?
Mr. Ricco stars Dean Martin as Joe Ricco, Thalmus Rasulala as Frankie Steele and Cindy Williams as Jamison, among 23 credited actors.
Where can I watch Mr. Ricco?
In the US, Mr. Ricco is available to rent or buy on Amazon Video, Apple TV Store and Fandango At Home (availability from JustWatch).
Does Mr. Ricco have a post-credit scene?
No. Mr. Ricco has no extra scene during or after the credits.
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