Down by Law (1986)

When fate lands three hapless men in a New Orleans prison, their mutual confinement launches a grand adventure toward escape and freedom.

Director: Jim Jarmusch
Cast: John Lurie, Ellen Barkin, Tom Waits, Nicoletta Braschi, Roberto Benigni, Billie Neal, Rockets Redglare, Vernel Bagneris
Runtime: 01h 46m
Type: Movie

Down by Law (1986)

When fate lands three hapless men in a New Orleans prison, their mutual confinement launches a grand adventure toward escape and freedom.

Director: Jim Jarmusch
Cast: John Lurie, Ellen Barkin, Tom Waits, Nicoletta Braschi, Roberto Benigni, Billie Neal, Rockets Redglare, Vernel Bagneris
Runtime: 01h 46m
Type: Movie
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Checked on 10/01/2026

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