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Scarface
CAST & DIRECTOR
Directed by Brian De Palma. With Al Pacino, Steven Bauer, Michelle Pfeiffer.
8.2/10
MOVIHERO RATINGWHAT IT'S ABOUT
After getting a green card in exchange for assassinating a Cuban government official, Tony Montana stakes a claim on the drug trade in Miami. Viciously murdering anyone who stands in his way, Tony eventually becomes the biggest drug lord in the state, controlling nearly all the cocaine that comes through Miami. But increased pressure from the police, wars with Colombian drug cartels and his own drug-fueled paranoia serve to fuel the flames of his eventual downfall.
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8.2/10
MOVIHERO RATINGYOUR WATCHLISTAfter getting a green card in exchange for assassinating a Cuban government official, Tony Montana stakes a claim on the drug trade in Miami. Viciously murdering anyon…
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RELEASE SNAPSHOT
Release snapshot for Scarface.
MoviHero lists December 9, 1983 as the release date for Scarface. Brian De Palma is the listed director. The listed cast includes Al Pacino as Tony Montana, Steven Bauer as Manny Ray, Michelle Pfeiffer as Elvira, Mary Elizabeth Mastrantonio as Gina. A trailer and 5 stills are available on this page.
Release dateDecember 9, 1983
GenresDrama · Crime · Action
Runtime2h 50m
DirectorBrian De Palma
CastAl Pacino as Tony Montana, Steven Bauer as Manny Ray, Michelle Pfeiffer as Elvira, Mary Elizabeth Mastrantonio as Gina
TrailerAvailable on this page
Images5 stills
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Is Scarface right for tonight?
Pacing, attention and emotional impact are estimates from the current MoviHero Watch Profile, not verified scene-by-scene reviews.
How much time should I set aside?
Scarface runs 2h 50m. Allow extra time for breaks.
Is it slow or fast?
The current MoviHero pacing estimate is 6/10: a middle-ground pace.
Is it a good choice when I am tired?
The attention estimate is 7/10. Expect to follow the story rather than use it as background viewing.
How emotionally intense is it?
The emotional-impact estimate is 8/10, suggesting a stronger emotional experience. This does not tell you whether the ending is happy or sad.
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MOVIE RATING
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MoviHero Rating: 8.2/10 from 13,639 votes. Updated Nov 3, 2026.
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WHAT WATCHING IT FEELS LIKE
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Pacing6/10
Emotional Impact8/10
Mind-Bending2/10
Scary1/10
Violence7/10
Rewatchability5/10
Attention Required7/10
VIEWER REVIEWS
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“Immensely great crime-drama that features some great performances and excellent writing from Oliver Stone (and this coming from someone who isn't a big fan of…”
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“A very violent film about drug trafficking and paranoia, with a great cast and a great production, but where everything is histrionic and exaggerated.”
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“Despite all the hype and plaudits, I don't think this film is as good as Paul Muni's 1932 iteration.”
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“Like most of the gangster films, Scarface is the first one from many years and some people didn't even know that it's actually a remake…”
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WORDS THAT STAY WITH YOU
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“You know what capitalism is? Gettin' fucked!”
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CAST & CREW
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CHARACTERS IN THIS MOVIE
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