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The Pawnbroker

1965 · 1h 56m · Released

NR Drama

A Jewish pawnbroker, a victim of Nazi persecution, loses all faith in his fellow man until he realizes too late the tragedy of his actions.

Read the book by Edward Lewis Wallant

Ratings

Based on audience scores
7.1 The Movie Database
N/A IMDb
N/A Rotten Tomatoes
N/A Metacritic

Where to stream The Pawnbroker

Streaming now in the United States on YouTube TV and Hoopla.

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Trailer

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Top cast and crew

Sidney Lumet Director
Rod Steiger Sol Nazerman
Geraldine Fitzgerald Marilyn Birchfield
Brock Peters Rodriguez
Jaime Sánchez Jesus Ortiz
Thelma Oliver Ortiz's Girl
Marketa Kimbrell Tessie
Juano Hernández Mr. Smith
Linda Geiser Ruth
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Frequently asked questions about The Pawnbroker

Where can I watch The Pawnbroker in the United States?

The Pawnbroker is available to stream on YouTube TV and Hoopla in the United States, and to rent or buy on Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube, and Fandango At Home. Streaming availability is provided by JustWatch and can change over time.

Can I watch The Pawnbroker for free?

The Pawnbroker streams free with ads in the United States on Hoopla. A subscription is not required, though the service may ask you to register.

What are the ratings for The Pawnbroker?

The Pawnbroker scores 7.1 on The Movie Database.

Who stars in The Pawnbroker?

The Pawnbroker stars Rod Steiger, Geraldine Fitzgerald, Brock Peters, Jaime Sánchez, and Thelma Oliver. Sidney Lumet is the director.

How long is The Pawnbroker?

The Pawnbroker runs 1h 56m (116 minutes).

When did The Pawnbroker come out?

The Pawnbroker was released on April 20, 1965.

Which studio made The Pawnbroker?

The Pawnbroker was produced by The Pawnbroker Co., American International Pictures, and Landau Company in the United States.

What was the budget for The Pawnbroker?

The Pawnbroker was made on a budget of $500,000.

What languages is The Pawnbroker in?

The Pawnbroker is in English, German, and Spanish, and its original language is English.

Ratings and streaming availability are aggregated from third-party sources; metadata from The Movie Database (TMDB), streaming data from JustWatch. This product uses the TMDB API but is not endorsed or certified by TMDB. Streaming availability checked September 2026.

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