Eyewitness 1981
"Only the best murder cases make the six o'clock news."
In the vibrant city of New York, a chance encounter between a local news reporter and a custodian sets off a thrilling cat-and-mouse game in Peter Yates' gripping thriller, Eyewitness (1981).
Director: Peter Yates
Cast
William Hurt
Daryll Deever
Sigourney Weaver
Tony Sokolow
Christopher Plummer
Joseph
James Woods
Aldo Mercer
Irene Worth
Mrs. Sokolow
Kenneth McMillan
Mr. Deever
Pamela Reed
Linda Mercer
Albert Paulsen
Mr. Sokolow
Steven Hill
Lieutenant Jacobs
Morgan Freeman
Lieutenant Black
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Eyewitness (1981) about?
In this gripping thriller, a custodian becomes embroiled in a murder investigation when his workplace is the scene of a brutal crime, and he must navigate a complex web of motives and alibis to uncover the truth.
Who directed Eyewitness?
Peter Yates brings his masterful direction to this gripping thriller.
Who stars in Eyewitness?
William Hurt, Sigourney Weaver, Christopher Plummer, James Woods, and Irene Worth lead the talented ensemble cast.
Is Eyewitness (1981) worth watching?
With its breakneck pace, twisty plot, and talented cast, Eyewitness is a must-see for fans of the thriller genre, even if it's not a perfect film.
How long is Eyewitness?
The movie runs for 103 minutes.
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About Eyewitness (1981) — A Gripping Thriller Unfolds in the City That Never Sleeps
In the vibrant city of New York, a chance encounter between a local news reporter and a custodian sets off a thrilling cat-and-mouse game in Peter Yates' gripping thriller, Eyewitness (1981). William Hurt shines as Daryll Deever, a custodian who becomes embroiled in a murder investigation when his workplace is the scene of a brutal crime. As Daryll's fascination with the case deepens, he finds himself in the crosshairs of those seeking to keep their secrets buried. With a talented ensemble cast, including Sigourney Weaver and James Woods, Eyewitness is a tense, well-crafted mystery that will keep you on the edge of your seat. As the stakes rise, Daryll and his unlikely ally must navigate a complex web of motives and alibis to uncover the truth. With its breakneck pace and twisty plot, Eyewitness (1981) is a gripping ride that will keep you guessing until the very end. From the opening scene, it's clear that nothing is as it seems in this gripping thriller, where the line between truth and deception is constantly blurred. With its talented cast and Peter Yates' masterful direction, Eyewitness is a must-see for fans of the genre.
As the investigation unfolds, Daryll finds himself drawn into a world of corruption and deceit, where nothing is as it seems. With its breakneck pace and twisty plot, Eyewitness (1981) is a gripping ride that will keep you guessing until the very end. From the opening scene, it's clear that nothing is as it seems in this gripping thriller, where the line between truth and deception is constantly blurred.
With its talented cast and Peter Yates' masterful direction, Eyewitness is a must-see for fans of the genre.
