American Gigolo

American Gigolo (1980) is a crime, drama film directed by Paul Schrader rated 6.2/10.

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

Julian Kaye

Lauren Hutton

Michelle Stratton

Héctor Elizondo

Detective Sunday

Nina van Pallandt

Anne

Bill Duke

Leon James

Brian Davies

Charles Stratton

K Callan

Lisa Williams

Tom Stewart

Mr. Rheiman

Patricia Carr

Judy Rheiman

David Cryer

Lt. Curtis

Carole Cook

Mrs. Dobrun

Carol Bruce

Mrs. Sloan