The Passenger

72.53%% | Feb 28, 1975 | Drama, Mystery, Thriller

David Locke is a world-weary American journalist who has been sent to cover a conflict in northern Africa, but he makes little progress with the story. When he discovers the body of a stranger who looks similar to him, Locke assumes the dead man's identity. However, he soon finds out that the man was an arms dealer, leading Locke into dangerous situations. Aided by a beautiful woman, Locke attempts to avoid both the police and criminals out to get him.

Featured Cast

Mark Peploe
Screenplay
Michelangelo Antonioni
Screenplay

Cast

Jack Nicholson
David Locke
Jenny Runacre
Rachel Locke
Ian Hendry
Martin Knight
José María Caffarel
Hotel Keeper (uncredited)
James Campbell
Witch Doctor (uncredited)
Manfred Spies
German Stranger (uncredited)
Jean-Baptiste Tiémélé
Murderer (uncredited)