The Passenger
– David Locke (Jack Nicholson) is a world-weary American journalist who has been sent to cover a confl..
David Locke (Jack Nicholson) is a world-weary American journalist who has been sent to cover a conflict in northern Africa, but he makes little progress with the story. When he discovers the body of a stranger who looks similar to him, Locke assumes the dead man's identity. However, he soon finds out that the man was an arms dealer, leading Locke into dangerous situations. Aided by a beautiful woman (Maria Schneider), Locke attempts to avoid both the police and criminals out to get him.
09 Apr 1975
English, Spanish, German, French
Some material may be inappropriate for children under 13. Parents are urged to be cautious. Some material may be inappropriate for pre-teenagers.
Michelangelo Antonioni
Mark Peploe (original story), Mark Peploe (screenplay), Enrico Sannia (screenplay), Michelangelo Antonioni (screenplay)
Jack Nicholson, Maria Schneider, Jenny Runacre, Ian Hendry
A journalist researching a documentary in the Sahara Desert meets a gunrunner who dies suddenly. When the journalist notices that they have a similar appearance, he assumes the recently deceased's identity and accepts the consequences that it brings.
5 wins & 1 nomination.
$495,232
Sony Pictures Classics