Overview

Sam, a recovering alcoholic, feels dissatisfied with his life of sobriety and goes back in search of the good times he enjoyed with his wino friends on "the Nickel" of Los Angeles' skid row.

Cast

Donald Moffat, Ralph Waite, Penelope Allen, Hal Williams, Jack Kehoe, Lane Smith, James Gammon, Jack O'Leary

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What is "On the Nickel" about?

Sam, a recovering alcoholic, feels dissatisfied with his life of sobriety and goes back in search of the good times he enjoyed with his wino friends on "the Nickel" of Los Angeles' skid row.

When was "On the Nickel" released?

On the Nickel was released in 1980.

Who stars in "On the Nickel"?

The cast includes Donald Moffat, Ralph Waite, Penelope Allen, Hal Williams.