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The most bizarre murder weapon ever used! - Duel
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Title: Duel

Release Date: 13 Nov 1971

Runtime: 1h 29m

Genre: Action, Thriller, TV Movie

Director: Universal Television

Production Companies: Universal Television

Overview: Traveling businessman David Mann angers the driver of a rusty tanker while crossing the California desert. A simple trip turns deadly, as Mann struggles to stay on the road while the tanker plays cat and mouse with his life.

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Ratings

Average Vote: 7.426 (1876 votes)

Cast

  • David Mann: Dennis Weaver
  • Mrs. Mann: Jacqueline Scott
  • Cafe Owner: Eddie Firestone
  • Bus Driver: Lou Frizzell
  • Man in Cafe: Gene Dynarski
  • Lady at Snakerama: Lucille Benson
  • Gas Station Attendant: Tim Herbert
  • Old Man: Charles Seel
  • Waitress: Shirley O'Hara
  • Old Man in Car: Alexander Lockwood
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