Tequila Sunrise

In a seaside California town, best friends Mac and Nick are on opposite sides of the law. Mac is a former drug dealer trying to clean up his act, while Nick is a high-profile detective trying to take down a Mexican drug lord named Carlos. Soon Nick's loyalties are put to the test when he begins an affair with restaurateur Jo Ann -- a love interest of Mac's -- unwittingly leading his friend into a police-orchestrated trap.

Tagline

“A business on the line. A friendship on the edge. A woman caught in the middle.”

Release Status

Released

Genres

Thriller, Crime, Romance

Director

Robert Towne

Original Language

EN

What is Tequila Sunrise about?

In a seaside California town, best friends Mac and Nick are on opposite sides of the law. Mac is a former drug dealer trying to clean up his act, while Nick is a high-profile detective trying to take down a Mexican drug lord named Carlos. Soon Nick's loyalties are put to the test when he begins an affair with restaurateur Jo Ann -- a love interest of Mac's -- unwittingly leading his friend into a police-orchestrated trap.

Who directed Tequila Sunrise?

Tequila Sunrise was directed by Robert Towne.

When was Tequila Sunrise released?

Tequila Sunrise was released on December 2, 1988.

How long is Tequila Sunrise?

Tequila Sunrise has a runtime of 1h 55m.

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