Cruising
(1980)
Overview
When New York is caught in the grip of a sadistic serial killer who preys on patrons of the city's underground bars, rookie cop Steve Burns infiltrates the S&M subculture to try and lure him out of the shadows.
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Reviews
RottenPop
⭐ 6/10December 20, 2025
Cruising has Al Pacino early in his career taking bold risks, and that alone highlights why he’s considered one of the best actors of all time. He was willing to go places in 1980 that most stars wouldn’t touch, stepping into subject matter that was still largely unexplored on screen. Even when it doesn’t work perfectly, that commitment is admirable.
The film’s production was famously delayed by protests, yet it still premiered on February 8, …
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Status
Released
Original Language
EN
Budget
$11,000,000
Revenue
$19,814,523