The St. Valentine’s Day Massacre (1967): Cast & Plot
The St. Valentine’s Day Massacre is a 1967 crime historical film directed by Roger Corman, starring Jason Robards as Al Capone, Ernesto Molinari and Ralph Meeker. It runs 1 hour 40 minutes.
- Released
- Runtime
- 1h 40m (100 min)
- Director
- Roger Corman
- Original language
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English - Studio
- Los Altos Productions
- After the credits
- No No extra scene
What Is The St. Valentine’s Day Massacre About?
The premise of The St. Valentine’s Day Massacre without spoilers. The whole story is in the plot summary further down.
The film reveals the hidden events that culminated in one of America’s bloodiest days: Chicago, February 14 1929. Al Capone consolidates power as the city’s crime boss. In a north‑side garage, his men—disguised as police—ambush and machine‑gun the key members of Bugs Moran’s rival gang. The documentary follows the buildup, the massacre itself, and the lasting impact on the lives it destroyed.
The St. Valentine’s Day Massacre Themes & Keywords
· 50 tags- roaring twenties
- st. valentine's day massacre
- 1920s
- blond
- voice over narration
- docudrama
- reference to herbert hoover
- psychotronic film
- prohibition
- date in title
- organized crime
- speakeasy
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- omniscient narrator
- title spoken by narrator
- spoiler in voice over narration
- italian mafia
- italian man
- speaking italian
- mink coat
- couple quarrels
- playing golf in an office
- firearm
- automatic gunfire
- killing
- cold weather
- automatic weapon
- machine gun jack character
- al capone character
- apostrophe in title
- punctuation in title
- massacre
- february
- period in title
- abbreviation in title
- knee in the groin
- knee in the balls
- knee in the nuts
- docudrama drama
- man
- woman
- 20th century
- weapon
- shot in the back
- shot to death
- united states of america
- illinois
- motor vehicle
- car
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- cadillac
The St. Valentine’s Day Massacre Cast & Characters
Jason Robards leads the cast as Al Capone, with Ernesto Molinari as Capone Board Member (uncredited) and Ralph Meeker as George Clarence 'Bugs' Moran. Directed by Roger Corman; 70 actors are credited in all.
- Director Roger Corman
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Jason Robards as Al Capone - Ernesto Molinari as Capone Board Member (uncredited)
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Ralph Meeker as George Clarence 'Bugs' Moran -
George Segal as Peter Gusenberg
Also Starring in The St. Valentine’s Day Massacre
· 66 more- Harold J. Stone Frank Nitti
- David Canary Frank Gusenberg
- Jean Hale Myrtle
- Reed Hadley Hymie Weiss
- Alexander D'Arcy Joe Aiello
- Michele Guarini Patsy Lolordo (uncredited)
- Clint Ritchie Jack McGurn
- Bruce Dern Johnny May
- Celia Lovsky Josephine Schwimmer
- Mickey Deems Reinhold Schwimmer
- Richard Bakalyan John Scalise
- Joseph Campanella Albert Wienshank
- Rico Cattani Albert Anselmi
- Dick Miller Gangster Dressed as a Cop (uncredited)
- Jack Nicholson Gino, Hit Man (uncredited)
- Paul Frees Narrator (voice) (uncredited)
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- Jeffrey Sayre Party Guest (uncredited)
- Leoda Richards Party Guest (uncredited)
- George DeNormand Clerk (uncredited)
- Monty O'Grady Party Guest (uncredited)
- James Gonzalez Party Guest (uncredited)
- Leo Gordon Heitler
- John Agar Dion O'Bannion
- Alex Rocco Diamond
- Bernard Sell Hood (uncredited)
- Joe Turkel Jake 'Greasy Thumb' Guzik
- Russ Conway Interrogator (uncredited)
- William Meader Tenant (uncredited)
- Buck Taylor Poolside Interviewer 2 (uncredited)
- Milton Frome Adam Heyer
- Patrick Whyte Judge at Party (uncredited)
- Joan Shawlee Edna, Frank's Girlfriend (uncredited)
- Jonathan Haze Gangster Dressed as a Cop (uncredited)
- Ron Nyman Hood (uncredited)
- Jan Merlin Willie Marks
- Vincent Barbi Witness (uncredited)
- Bud Cokes Hood (uncredited)
- Albert Cavens Reporter (uncredited)
- Charles Dierkop Salvanti
- Ken Scott Policeman (uncredited)
- Paul Richards Charles Fischetti
- Sammy Shack Vagrant (uncredited)
- Ron Gans Chapman (uncredited)
- Gus Trikonis Rio
- Kurt Kreuger James Clark
- José Portugal Mourner (uncredited)
- Frank Silvera Nick Sorello
- Tom Reese Ted Newberry
- Tom Signorelli Bobo Borotto
- Betsy Jones-Moreland Poolside Interviewer (uncredited)
- Barboura Morris Jeanette Landsman (uncredited)
- Mushy Callahan Hood (uncredited)
- Jerry Rush Party Guest (uncredited)
- Tony Dante Commuter (uncredited)
- Judith Woodbury Party Guest (uncredited)
- Daniel Ades Angelo Molina (uncredited)
- Jack Del Rio Capone Board Member (uncredited)
- Mary Grace Canfield Mrs. Doody, Landlady (uncredited)
- Mary Michael Gangster Girl (uncredited)
- Phil Harron Capone Board Member (uncredited)
- Corinna Tsopei Gangster Girl (uncredited)
- Richard Krisher Desk Clerk (uncredited)
- Yutta D'Arcy Gangster Girl (uncredited)
- Lisa Jak Gangster Girl (uncredited)
- Laura Barry Girl (uncredited)
- Bob Brandon Capone Board Member (uncredited)
More from Roger Corman
More films directed by Roger Corman: Frankenstein Unbound, Gas! -Or- It Became Necessary to Destroy the World in Order to Save It., The Wild Racers and The Trip.
The St. Valentine’s Day Massacre Plot Summary
What happens in The St. Valentine’s Day Massacre 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
In the Roaring Twenties, Chicago becomes a battlefield of organized crime as two mighty gangs clash for control. The Southside Gang, led by the infamous Al Capone, pushes back against George “Bugs” Moran and his North Side outfit, both aiming to dominate bootlegging, gambling, and the protection racket that fuels their power. Moran’s inner circle includes Peter Gusenberg and the ruthless [Frank Gusenberg], who pressure speakeasy owners into doing business with them. The dynamics of loyalty and money put strain on Moran’s camp, especially as his moll Myrtle becomes entangled in the web of extravagant spending that sparks tension within Peter’s ranks.
Full summary
The whole story of The St. Valentine’s Day Massacre, scene by scene
The St. Valentine’s Day Massacre Trailers & Videos
2 videos: 1 trailer and 1 featurette.
- Featurette Roger Corman on THE ST. VALENTINE'S DAY MASSACRE
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Cars in The St. Valentine’s Day Massacre
31 cars on screen, including the 1929 Cadillac Series 341-B and the 1932 Ford Model BB.
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1929 Cadillac Series 341-B Important role -
1932 Ford Model BB Important role -
1927 LaSalle Series 303 Important role -
1928 Buick Master Six Minor role
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The St. Valentine’s Day Massacre FAQ: Cast & Runtime
Runtime, release date, director, cast and post-credit scenes of The St. Valentine’s Day Massacre, each answered in a sentence.
How long is The St. Valentine’s Day Massacre?
The St. Valentine’s Day Massacre runs 1 hour 40 minutes (100 minutes).
When was The St. Valentine’s Day Massacre released?
The St. Valentine’s Day Massacre was released on June 30, 1967.
Who directed The St. Valentine’s Day Massacre?
The St. Valentine’s Day Massacre was directed by Roger Corman.
More films by Roger Corman Who is in the cast of The St. Valentine’s Day Massacre?
The St. Valentine’s Day Massacre stars Jason Robards as Al Capone, Ernesto Molinari as Capone Board Member (uncredited) and Ralph Meeker as George Clarence 'Bugs' Moran, among 70 credited actors.
Does The St. Valentine’s Day Massacre have a post-credit scene?
No. The St. Valentine’s Day Massacre has no extra scene during or after the credits.
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