Salesman (1969): Cast, Ratings, Plot & Where to Watch
Salesman is a 1969 drama documentary directed by Albert Maysles and Charlotte Zwerin, starring James Baker, Paul Brennan and Charles McDevitt. It runs 1 hour 31 minutes. Critics gave it 80 on Metacritic, and IMDb users rate it 7.6/10. Stream it on HBO Max, or rent or buy it on Amazon Video and Apple TV Store.
- Released
- Runtime
- 1h 31m (91 min)
- Directors
- Albert Maysles , Charlotte Zwerin and David Maysles
- Genres
- Drama , Documentary
- Original language
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English - Studio
- Maysles Films
- After the credits
- No No extra scene
What Is Salesman About?
The premise of Salesman without spoilers. The whole story is in the plot summary further down.
This documentary follows four door-to-door Bible salesmen as they attempt to earn a living selling illustrated religious books. The salesmen encounter repeated rejection and disappointment as homeowners consistently show no interest in their product, offering a poignant look at perseverance and the realities of sales.
Salesman Themes & Keywords
· 50 tags- national film registry
- bible
- traveling salesman
- catholic
- direct cinema
- door to door salesman
- bible salesman
- disillusionment
- cinema verite
- business
- independent film
- living out of a suitcase
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- sales
- whistling
- matchstick
- marriage
- customer
- homesickness
- nickname
- sales pitch
- flat tire
- illinois
- street sign
- driving
- diving board
- night swimming
- swimming
- miami beach florida
- card game
- car radio
- train station
- radio
- toy car
- humming
- failure
- haircut
- audio tape
- polish american
- charm
- vacuum cleaner salesman
- optimism
- pessimism
- tire
- sanitation worker
- missal
- stamina
- hair curler
- profanity
- f word
- opa locka florida
Where to Watch Salesman
Stream it on HBO Max, or rent or buy it from Amazon Video and Apple TV Store. US availability and prices from JustWatch.
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Salesman Cast
James Baker leads the cast, with Paul Brennan and Charles McDevitt. Directed by Albert Maysles, Charlotte Zwerin and David Maysles; 7 actors are credited in all.
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Co-director Albert Maysles - Co-director Charlotte Zwerin
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Co-director David Maysles
Also Starring in Salesman
· 3 moreSalesman Reviews & Ratings
Critics gave Salesman 80 on Metacritic, and IMDb users rate it 7.6/10.
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IMDb 7.6 /10
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Metacritic 80 Metascore
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TMDB 72% User score
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Salesman Plot Summary
What happens in Salesman 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
This compelling and transformative depiction of American dreams and their disillusionments comes from the visionary Direct Cinema pioneers, David Maysles, Albert Maysles, and Charlotte Zwerin. SALESMAN focuses on the lives of four unwavering door-to-door Bible salesmen as they embark on a seemingly futile mission stretching from Boston to Florida, attempting to peddle luxury editions of the Good Book to working-class Catholics.
Full summary
The whole story of Salesman, scene by scene
Salesman Trailers & Videos
The trailer of Salesman.
How Well Do You Know Salesman?
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 are the directors of the film 'Salesman'?
Cars in Salesman
7 cars on screen, including the 1966 Chevrolet Chevelle and the 1966 Chevrolet Impala Convertible.
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1966 Chevrolet Impala Convertible Important role -
1964 Mercury Comet Important role -
1966 Mercury Montclair Important role
Salesman Also Known As
6 alternative titles, including “推销员” and “Коммивояжер”.
- Also known as
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- 推销员
- Коммивояжер
- 세일즈맨
- Caixeiro-Viajante
- Handelsresande
- Obchodní cestující
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Salesman FAQ: Where to Watch, Cast & Runtime
Runtime, release date, director, cast, where to watch, ratings and post-credit scenes of Salesman, each answered in a sentence.
How long is Salesman?
Salesman runs 1 hour 31 minutes (91 minutes).
When was Salesman released?
Salesman was released on April 17, 1969.
Who directed Salesman?
Salesman was directed by Albert Maysles, Charlotte Zwerin and David Maysles.
More films by Albert Maysles Who is in the cast of Salesman?
Salesman stars James Baker, Paul Brennan and Charles McDevitt, among 7 credited actors.
Where can I watch Salesman?
In the US, Salesman is streaming on HBO Max and available to rent or buy on Amazon Video, Apple TV Store and Fandango At Home (availability from JustWatch).
How is Salesman rated?
Salesman has 7.6/10 on IMDb, 80 on Metacritic and 72% on TMDB.
Does Salesman have a post-credit scene?
No. Salesman has no extra scene during or after the credits.
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