When he runs out of dumb luck, he always has genius to fall back on!
Film Synopsis
Charley Varrick (1973) centers on a small-time bank robber who discovers that his latest haul belongs to the Mafia. Pursued by the police and a hired killer, he relies on deception and careful planning to evade his pursuers. This crime thriller combines methodical suspense, dry humour, and shifting power in a tightly constructed battle of wits.
Charley Varrick Blu-ray & DVD editions
See which disc extras are included across selected editions.
| Disc Extras | Kino BD-A/US 2019 | Indicator BD-B/UK 2018 | Universal DVD-1/US/OOP 2010 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Audio Commentary by Toby Roan | |||
| Last of the Independents: The Making of “Charley Varrick” | |||
| Refracted Personae - Video Essay by Howard S. Berger | |||
| The Guardian Lecture with Walter Matthau | |||
| The John Player Lecture with Don Siegel | |||
| Trailers from Hell with Josh Olson and Howard Rodman | |||
| Super 8 Version | |||
| Stills Gallery | |||
| Theatrical Trailer | |||
| TV Spots |
Edition and Packaging Notes
- Kino’s Blu-ray includes an 8-page booklet with writing by Nick Pinkerton (“Charley Varrick: The Last of the Independents”). Trailers included: Madigan (1968), The Laughing Policeman (1973), The Black Windmill (1974) and The Taking of Pelham One Two Three (1974).
- Indicator’s Blu-ray includes a 40-page booklet with writing by Richard Combs. Reissued without booklet (2018/01/19).
- Universal’s “Studio Selections” DVD contains no extras.
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