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The Killing of a Chinese Bookie (1976): movie guide
The Killing of a Chinese Bookie (1976) is a Thriller, Crime, Drama running about 135 minutes. It holds a TMDB score of 7.0/10 from 312 votes. Notable cast includes Ben Gazzara, Timothy Carey, Seymour Cassel, Robert Phillips. Cinema Box covers trailers, cast, and details for discovery — not full streaming.
- Released: 1976-02-15
- Runtime: 135 min
- TMDB: 7.0/10
- Genres: Thriller, Crime, Drama
Last updated: 2026-11-11 · First listed: 1976-02-15
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What is The Killing of a Chinese Bookie about?
Cosmo Vittelli, the proprietor of a sleazy, low-rent Hollywood cabaret, has a real affection for the women who strip in his peepshows and the staff who keep up his dingy establishment. He also has a major gambling problem that has gotten him in trouble before. When Cosmo loses big-time at an underground casino run by mobster Mort, he isn't able to pay up. Mort then offers Cosmo the chance to pay back his debt by knocking off a pesky, Mafia-protected bookie.
Cast highlights
The Killing of a Chinese Bookie features Ben Gazzara, Timothy Carey, Seymour Cassel, Robert Phillips, Morgan Woodward, Al Ruban. Open the Cinema Box title page for the full cast list and character credits.
Key facts
Release date: 1976-02-15. Runtime: 135 minutes. TMDB score: 7.0/10 (312 votes). Genres: Thriller, Crime, Drama. Original language: en. Status: Released.
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Frequently asked questions
- What genre is The Killing of a Chinese Bookie?
- The Killing of a Chinese Bookie is listed as Thriller, Crime, Drama on TMDB.
- How long is The Killing of a Chinese Bookie?
- The Killing of a Chinese Bookie runs about 135 minutes.
- Who stars in The Killing of a Chinese Bookie?
- Cast highlights include Ben Gazzara, Timothy Carey, Seymour Cassel, Robert Phillips, Morgan Woodward, Al Ruban.
- Does Cinema Box stream The Killing of a Chinese Bookie?
- No. Cinema Box is discovery-only — trailers, details, ratings, and watchlists. It does not host or stream full movies.
