Detective Harry Callahan. He doesn’t break murder cases. He smashes them.|Jul. 14, 1971|United States|102 Min.|R
Genre: Action;Crime;Thriller
Description: Dirty Harry: A gripping tale of justice and survival.
A deranged sniper, known as “Scorpio,” begins his rampage by shooting a woman in a rooftop pool. He leaves a threatening letter demanding $100,000, vowing to kill more if his demand isn’t met. Inspector Harry Callahan of the SFPD discovers the note. Despite his objections, the mayor complies with Scorpio’s demands to buy time for the police to catch him.
During a lunch break, Callahan thwarts a bank robbery, showcasing his sharp instincts and bravery. Armed with his powerful Smith & Wesson Model 29 revolver, he delivers an iconic ultimatum to a robber, cementing his reputation as a fearless officer.
Assigned a rookie partner, Chico Gonzalez, Callahan reluctantly works with him to track Scorpio. Their efforts intensify when Scorpio murders a 10-year-old boy. The police suspect Scorpio’s next target is a Catholic priest and set a trap, but Scorpio escapes after killing an officer.
The stakes rise when Scorpio kidnaps a teenager, Ann Mary Deacon, and demands $200,000. Callahan is tasked with delivering the ransom, secretly guided by Gonzalez via radio. The tension escalates as Callahan races against time to save the hostage and bring Scorpio to justice.
A thrilling blend of action and drama, *Dirty Harry* remains a cinematic classic.
Cast director: Don Siegel
Cast actor: Clint Eastwood, Harry Guardino, Reni Santoni, John Vernon, Andrew Robinson, John Larch, John Mitchum, Mae Mercer, Lyn Edgington, Ruth Kobart
Original name: Dirty Harry