Serpico is a 1973 biographical-crime film directed by Sidney Lumet and starring Al Pacino. The screenplay was adapted by Waldo Salt and Norman Wexler from the book of the same name written by Peter Maas with the assistance of its subject, Frank Serpico. The story details Serpico's struggle with corruption within the New York City Police Department during his eleven years of service, and his work as a whistleblower that led to the investigation by the Knapp Commission. Producer Dino De Laurentiis purchased the rights from Maas. Agent Martin Bregman joined the film as co-producer. Bregman suggested Pacino for the main part, and John G. Avildsen was hired to direct the film. Pacino met with Serpico to prepare for the role early in the summer of 1973. After Avildsen was dismissed, Lumet was hired as his replacement. On a short notice, he selected the shooting locations and organized the scenes; the production was filmed in July and August.
| Director | Sidney Lumet |
| Produced by | Martin Bregman |
| Screenplay by | Waldo Salt, Norman Wexler |
| Starring | Al Pacino |
| Music | Mikis Theodorakis |
| Cinematography | Arthur J. Ornitz |
| Edited by | Dede Allen |
| Distributed by | Paramount Pictures |
| Released | December 05, 1973 |
| Running time | 130 minutes |
| Country | United States |
| Language | English |
| Budget | $3.3 million |
| Box office | $23.4 million to $29.8 million |
| Netflix ID | 60010875 |
About Serpico
A cop who sticks by his morals goes against the force with information on their corruption when they continue to take bribes and try to discredit him.
Achievement of Serpico
The film is based on the life of Frank Serpico. It was nominated for Best Actor and Best Adapted Screenplay.
Top Facts You Did Not Know About Serpico
New York City Police Department corruption and misconduct.. Films directed by Sidney Lumet.. Police misconduct in the United States.. Films featuring a Best Drama Actor Golden Globe winning performance.. Films based on biographies.. Crime films based on actual events.. Films set in the 1970s.. Films set in the 1960s.
