Released:
1982-09-10

Overview:
In this fact-based made-for TV film, Gary Gilmore, an Indiana man who just finished serving a lengthy stay in prison, tries to start anew by moving to Utah. Before long, Gary begins an ill-advised romance with the troubled Nicole Baker, a teenage single mother. As their relationship quickly deteriorates, Gary goes on a murderous rampage, leaving two dead. During his trial, he demands capital punishment; a media circus ensues and outsiders look to profit from his story.

Director:
Lawrence Schiller

Runtime:
2h 15min

Genre:
Crime, Drama

• Cast:
• 
  Tommy Lee Jones
  as
  Gary Mark Gilmore
• 
  Christine Lahti
  as
  Brenda Nicol
• 
  Rosanna Arquette
  as
  Nicole Baker
• 
  Eli Wallach
  as
  Vern Damico
• 
  Steven Keats
  as
  Larry Samuels