American Gigolo is a 1980 romance-drama film directed by Paul Schrader. It stars Richard Gere, Lauren Hutton and Hector Elizondo.
Plot Summary
Charming Julian Kaye (Richard Gere) makes a lucrative living in Hollywood working as a male escort for older women. He meets Michelle (Lauren Hutton), a local senator's wife, and the two fall in love. When one of his clients is murdered, Julian becomes a suspect in the case and Michelle must make the decision between providing an alibi for the man she loves and ruining her reputation.
Cast
- Richard Gere: Julian Kaye
- Lauren Hutton: Michelle Stratton
- Hector Elizondo: Detective Sunday
- Nina Van Pallandt: Anne
- Bill Duke: Leon
