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The Death of Richie

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Based on a true story, this drama depicts the downfall of teenager Richie Werner (Robby Benson) through a destructive drug habit. Induced by peers to use drugs, Richie is drawn deeper into a pattern of addiction, to the horror of his girlfriend, mother (Eileen Brennan) and brother (Lance Kerwin). Richie's behavior is dealt with most forcefully by his father (Ben Gazzara), who will not tolerate drugs. When Richie becomes increasingly violent, his family must take action.
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Paul Wendkos

Director

Ben Gazzara

George Werner

Robby Benson

Richie Werner

Eileen Brennan

Carol Werner

Lance Kerwin

Russell Werner

Charles Fleischer

Brick

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The Death of Richie

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Synopsis Based on a true story, this drama depicts the downfall of teenager Richie Werner (Robby Benson) through a destructive drug habit. Induced by peers to use drugs, Richie is drawn deeper into a pattern of addiction, to the horror of his girlfriend, mother (Eileen Brennan) and brother (Lance Kerwin). Richie's behavior is dealt with most forcefully by his father (Ben Gazzara), who will not tolerate drugs. When Richie becomes increasingly violent, his family must take action.
Director
Paul Wendkos
Producer
Michael Jaffe
Screenwriter
John McGreevey, Thomas Thompson
Production Co
Henry Jaffe Enterprises
Genre
Drama
Original Language
English
Release Date (Streaming)
Jul 16, 2016
Runtime
1h 40m
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