Blood Simple (1985)
Blood Simple is a 1985 crime movie directed by Joel Coen, with a running time of 1h 37m. It stars John Getz, Frances McDormand and Dan Hedaya.
The owner of a seedy small-town Texas bar discovers that one of his employees is having an affair with his wife. A chaotic chain of misunderstandings, lies and mischief ensues after he devises a plot to have them murdered.
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What is Blood Simple about?
The owner of a seedy small-town Texas bar discovers that one of his employees is having an affair with his wife. A chaotic chain of misunderstandings, lies and mischief ensues after he devises a plot to have them murdered.
When was Blood Simple released?
Blood Simple was released on 18 January 1985.
How long is Blood Simple?
Blood Simple runs 1h 37m.
Who made Blood Simple?
Blood Simple was directed by Joel Coen.
Where can I watch Blood Simple?
Blood Simple is available on Cinemax Amazon Channel, Cinemax Apple TV Channel, Criterion Channel, HBO Max, HBO Max Amazon Channel and YouTube TV.
Where to watch Blood Simple
Stream: Cinemax Amazon Channel, Cinemax Apple TV Channel, Criterion Channel, HBO Max, HBO Max Amazon Channel, YouTube TV
Rent: Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Fandango At Home, Google Play Movies, YouTube
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Cast
- John Getz as Ray
- Frances McDormand as Abby
- Dan Hedaya as Julian Marty
- Samm-Art Williams as Meurice
- M. Emmet Walsh as Private Detective
- Deborah Neumann as Debra
- Raquel Gavia as Landlady
- Van Brooks as Man from Lubbock
- Señor Marco as Mr. Garcia
- William Creamer as Old Cracker
- Loren Bivens as Strip Bar Exhorter
- Bob McAdams as Strip Bar Senator
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