Dog Day Afternoon
Based on the true story of would-be Brooklyn bank robbers John Wojtowicz and Salvatore Naturile. Sonny and Sal attempt a bank heist which quickly turns sour and escalates into a hostage situation and stand-off with the police. As Sonny's motives for the robbery are slowly revealed and things become more complicated, the heist turns into a media circus.
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Streaming now in the United States on Hoopla and YouTube Free.
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Dog Day Afternoon (1975) ORIGINAL TRAILER
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Frequently asked questions about Dog Day Afternoon
Where can I watch Dog Day Afternoon in the United States?
Dog Day Afternoon is available to stream on Hoopla and YouTube Free in the United States, and to rent or buy on Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube, Fandango At Home, and Spectrum On Demand. Streaming availability is provided by JustWatch and can change over time.
Can I watch Dog Day Afternoon for free?
Dog Day Afternoon streams free with ads in the United States on Hoopla and YouTube Free. A subscription is not required, though the service may ask you to register.
What are the ratings for Dog Day Afternoon?
Dog Day Afternoon scores 7.9 on The Movie Database.
Who stars in Dog Day Afternoon?
Dog Day Afternoon stars Al Pacino, John Cazale, Charles Durning, Chris Sarandon, and James Broderick. Sidney Lumet is the director.
How long is Dog Day Afternoon?
Dog Day Afternoon runs 2h 5m (125 minutes).
When did Dog Day Afternoon come out?
Dog Day Afternoon was released on September 21, 1975.
Which studio made Dog Day Afternoon?
Dog Day Afternoon was produced by Artists Entertainment Complex in the United States.
What was the budget for Dog Day Afternoon?
Dog Day Afternoon was made on a budget of $1,800,000.
How much did Dog Day Afternoon make at the box office?
Dog Day Afternoon grossed $56,665,856 worldwide, against a budget of $1,800,000.
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.