Union City (1980): cast, story & where to watch
1980 · Film · ★ 4.9
Released in 1980, Union City is a comedy, drama and mystery film directed by Marcus Reichert, running about 87 minutes. “A story of murder and paranoia” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. A 1950s accountant with a restless wife grows paranoid after hiding a milk thief's corpse next door.
Who’s in it. Union City stars Debbie Harry as Lillian, Dennis Lipscomb as Harlan, Sam McMurray as Young Vagrant and Terry Walsh as Paper Boy, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 4.9/10, Union City has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Union City page.
If you liked it. Fans of Union City tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Union City (1980)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Union City change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Union City worth watching?
- Union City holds an audience score of 4.9 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy, drama and mystery. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Union City?
- Union City stars Debbie Harry, Dennis Lipscomb, Sam McMurray, Terry Walsh and Cynthia Crisp.
- When was Union City released?
- Union City was released in 1980, with a runtime of about 87 minutes.