Overview

Julian makes a lucrative living as an escort to older women in the Los Angeles area. He begins a relationship with Michelle, a local politician's wife, without expecting any pay. One of his clients is murdered and Detective Sunday begins pumping him for details on his different clients, something he is reluctant to do considering the nature of his work. Julian begins to suspect he's being framed. Meanwhile Michelle begins to fall in love with him.

Cast

Richard Gere, Lauren Hutton, Héctor Elizondo, Nina van Pallandt, Bill Duke, Brian Davies, K Callan, Tom Stewart

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What is "American Gigolo" about?

Julian makes a lucrative living as an escort to older women in the Los Angeles area. He begins a relationship with Michelle, a local politician's wife, without expecting any pay. One of his clients is murdered and Detective Sunday begins pumping him for details on his different clients, something he is reluctant to do considering the nature of his work. Julian begins to suspect he's being framed. Meanwhile Michelle begins to fall in love with him.

When was "American Gigolo" released?

American Gigolo was released in 1980.

Who stars in "American Gigolo"?

The cast includes Richard Gere, Lauren Hutton, Héctor Elizondo, Nina van Pallandt.