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The Seven Five (2015): Cast, Ratings, Box Office & Plot

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The Seven Five is a 2015 documentary directed by Tiller Russell, starring Michael Dowd. It runs 1 hour 44 minutes and earned $48,869 worldwide. Critics gave it 81% on Rotten Tomatoes and 69 on Metacritic, and IMDb users rate it 7.6/10.

IMDb rating
7.6/10
Rotten Tomatoes
81%
worldwide gross
$48.9K
Metascore
69
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The Seven Five (2015) movie poster
Released
Runtime
1h 44m (104 min)
Director
Tiller Russell
Genre
Documentary
Original language
English
After the credits
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The story

What Is The Seven Five About?

The premise of The Seven Five without spoilers. The whole story is in the plot summary further down.

During the 1980s in Brooklyn, Michael Dowd rose to prominence as a police officer, but he secretly operated as a criminal, dominating the streets through theft and drug trafficking. His corrupt activities led to the city's largest police corruption scandal. This gripping true crime story recounts Dowd's life, revealing how he operated as a mobster while wearing a badge, and the eventual downfall of his criminal empire.

The Seven Five Themes & Keywords

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  • drug dealer
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Cast & crew

The Seven Five Cast

Michael Dowd stars in The Seven Five. Directed by Tiller Russell.

From the director

More from Tiller Russell

More films directed by Tiller Russell, best-rated first: Silk Road and The Last Rites of Ransom Pride.

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Ratings

The Seven Five Reviews & Ratings

Critics gave The Seven Five 81% on Rotten Tomatoes and 69 on Metacritic, and IMDb users rate it 7.6/10.

Plot

The Seven Five Plot Summary

What happens in The Seven Five from start to finish, spoilers included, with a timeline of 13 key events. The opening is below; the full summary is a 3-minute read.

Spoilers ahead

In the 1980s, the streets of Brooklyn, New York were engulfed in a devastating crack epidemic. Among those navigating this perilous environment was Michael Dowd, a member of the NYPD serving in the notorious 75th Precinct, widely recognized as one of the most perilous police districts in the United States at the time. This precinct was marred by a troublingly high murder rate, particularly during the late 1980s, creating a backdrop of chaos and danger. Dowd reflected on the lack of appreciation for the extensive efforts he devoted to his job and the financial struggles he faced, which led him down a troubling path of corruption.

Full summary

The whole story of The Seven Five, scene by scene

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Box office

The Seven Five Box Office

The Seven Five grossed $48,869 worldwide.

2015 box office

Worldwide gross

$48.9K

US & Canada
$48.9K
Videos

The Seven Five Trailers & Videos

2 videos: 1 trailer and 1 clip.

The Seven Five - Official Trailer I HD I IFC Films
  • Clip 75th Precinct NYPD Gangsta Cops
Quiz

How Well Do You Know The Seven Five?

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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FAQ

The Seven Five FAQ: Cast, Box Office & Runtime

Runtime, release date, director, cast, box office, ratings and post-credit scenes of The Seven Five, each answered in a sentence.

How long is The Seven Five?

The Seven Five runs 1 hour 44 minutes (104 minutes).

When was The Seven Five released?

The Seven Five was released on May 7, 2015.

Who directed The Seven Five?

The Seven Five was directed by Tiller Russell.

More films by Tiller Russell

Who is in the cast of The Seven Five?

The Seven Five stars Michael Dowd.

How much did The Seven Five make at the box office?

The Seven Five grossed $48,869 worldwide.

How is The Seven Five rated?

The Seven Five has 7.6/10 on IMDb, 81% on Rotten Tomatoes, 69 on Metacritic and 73% on TMDB.

Does The Seven Five have a post-credit scene?

No. The Seven Five has no extra scene during or after the credits.

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