

“Anything can happen during the dog days of summer. On August 22nd, 1972, everything did.”
Based on the true story of would-be Brooklyn bank robbers John Wojtowicz and Salvatore Naturile. Sonny and Sal attempt a bank heist which quickly turns sour and escalates into a hostage situation and stand-off with the police. As Sonny's motives for the robbery are slowly revealed and things become more complicated, the heist turns into a media circus.
Director
Screenplay
Status
Released
Original Language
EN
Budget
$1,800,000
Revenue
$56,665,856
Sheldon
3 Things You Didn't Know About Oscar-winning "Dog Day Afternoon" w/ Carol Kane
Featurette
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