Deal of the Century 1983
"Chevy Chase and his partners are arms dealers. They sell second-rate weapons to third world nations. But they're not out to stick it to anyone."
Dive into the chaotic world of high-stakes deals with *Deal of the Century (1983)*, directed by the acclaimed William Friedkin.
Director: William Friedkin
Cast
Chevy Chase
Eddie Muntz
Sigourney Weaver
Mrs. DeVoto
Gregory Hines
Ray Kasternak
Vince Edwards
Frank Stryker
William Marquez
Gen. Cordosa
Eduardo Ricard
Col. Salgado
Richard Herd
Lyle
Graham Jarvis
Babers
Wallace Shawn
Harold DeVoto
Randi Brooks
Ms. Della Rosa
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Deal of the Century (1983) about?
*Deal of the Century (1983)* is a razor-sharp comedy-drama about three shrewd arms dealers who race to sell high-tech weapons to a South American dictator. Along the way, they navigate bribes, moral dilemmas, and a blossoming romance between rivals, all while trying to outmaneuver each other in a cutthroat world of greed and deals gone wrong.
Who directed Deal of the Century?
William Friedkin, the visionary director behind *The Exorcist*, helmed *Deal of the Century*.
Who stars in Deal of the Century?
The film features Chevy Chase, Sigourney Weaver, Gregory Hines, Vince Edwards, and William Marquez in pivotal roles.
Is Deal of the Century (1983) worth watching?
Though it's underrated compared to Friedkin's horror classics, *Deal of the Century (1983)* is a sharp, witty satire worth checking out for fans of dark comedies. Its clever script, strong performances, and timely themes about greed make it a hidden gem of the era.
How long is Deal of the Century?
The runtime for *Deal of the Century (1983)* is 99 minutes.
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About Deal of the Century (1983) — A 1983 dark comedy about arms dealers, betrayal, and unexpected romance
Dive into the chaotic world of high-stakes deals with *Deal of the Century (1983)*, directed by the acclaimed William Friedkin. This sharp-edged comedy-drama follows a trio of sharp-witted arms dealers—led by Chevy Chase's razor-tongued hustler—who peddle second-rate weapons to desperate third-world dictators. But nothing's simple when bribes blur the line between business and morality, a religious epiphany complicates one salesman's motives, and an unexpected romance sizzles between two rival wheeler-dealers. Friedkin crafts a razor-sharp satire where greed and idealism collide in a high-stakes game of power and persuasion.
With a powerhouse cast including Sigourney Weaver as the magnetic competitor and Gregory Hines bringing infectious energy as the team's moral wildcard, *Deal of the Century (1983)* delivers a biting blend of laughs and tension. The film's playful yet cynical tone mirrors the absurdity of global arms trafficking, making it a standout in the comedy-crime genre—a wild, unpredictable ride through the seedy underbelly of international commerce.
