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The Panic in Needle Park (1971)

Film · 1971 · 110 min · R · Drama · Romance · Crime

God help Bobby and Helen, they're in love in Needle Park

A stark portrayal of life among a group of heroin addicts who hang out in Needle Park in New York City. Played against this setting is a low-key love story between Bobby, a young addict and small-time hustler, and Helen, a homeless girl who finds in her relationship with Bobby the stability she craves.

Directed by Jerry Schatzberg

Starring Al Pacino, Kitty Winn, Alan Vint, Richard Bright, Kiel Martin, Michael McClanathan, Warren Finnerty, Marcia Jean Kurtz

Release dates in the United States

In cinemas13 July 1971
Digital releaseNot listed
Physical releaseNot listed
First release anywhere1 June 1971

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