1976 · movie · R · 2h 15m
The Killing of a Chinese Bookie
Is The Killing of a Chinese Bookie on Netflix?
No. The Killing of a Chinese Bookie (1976) is not on Netflix in the US right now. You can stream it on HBO Max.
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Cosmo Vittelli, the proprietor of a sleazy, low-rent Hollywood cabaret, has a real affection for the women who strip in his peepshows and the staff who keep up his dingy establishment. He also has a major gambling problem that has gotten him in trouble before. When Cosmo loses big-time at an underground casino run by mobster Mort, he isn't able to pay up. Mort then offers Cosmo the chance to pay back his debt by knocking off a pesky, Mafia-protected bookie.
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How we got to 68.5
Critic and audience ratings set the number. Popularity, Top 10 position and recency can only lift it, never sink it. Full method.
| Signal | Value | Effect |
|---|---|---|
| TMDB | 7.0/10 | 100% of base score |
| Popularity | 25 | none |
The Killing of a Chinese Bookie: common questions
Is The Killing of a Chinese Bookie on Netflix?
No. The Killing of a Chinese Bookie (1976) is not on Netflix in the US right now. You can stream it on HBO Max.
Where can I watch The Killing of a Chinese Bookie?
The Killing of a Chinese Bookie (1976) is included with a HBO Max subscription in the US.
Is The Killing of a Chinese Bookie worth watching?
It scores 68.5/100 on our blended rating, which puts it in B-tier: worth it.
How long is The Killing of a Chinese Bookie?
The Killing of a Chinese Bookie runs 2h 15m (135 minutes).
What is The Killing of a Chinese Bookie rated?
The Killing of a Chinese Bookie is rated R in the US.
Who is in The Killing of a Chinese Bookie?
The Killing of a Chinese Bookie stars Ben Gazzara, Timothy Carey, Seymour Cassel, Robert Phillips.
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Availability last verified September 22, 2026. Ratings from TMDB. Streaming data from JustWatch via TMDB.