The Passenger (1975)

7.2/10 126 min Drama Mystery Thriller

Overview

David Locke 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, Locke attempts to avoid both the police and criminals out to get him.

Cast

Jack Nicholson

David Locke

Maria Schneider

Girl

Jenny Runacre

Rachel Locke

Ian Hendry

Martin Knight

Steven Berkoff

Stephen

José María Caffarel

Hotel Keeper (uncredited)

James Campbell

Witch Doctor (uncredited)

Jean-Baptiste Tiémélé

Murderer (uncredited)

Ángel del Pozo

Police Inspector (uncredited)

Joan Gaspart

Hotel Clerk (uncredited)

Gustavo Re

(uncredited)

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