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.
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Awards Dominance
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Nominations
Won
1976
Writing (Original Screenplay)
Frank Pierson
Actor
Al Pacino
Actor in a Supporting Role
Chris Sarandon
Best Picture
Martin Bregman and Martin Elfand, Producers
Directing
Sidney Lumet
Film Editing
Dede Allen
1976
Best Director - Motion Picture
Sidney Lumet
Best Motion Picture - Drama
Dog Day Afternoon
Best Performance by an Actor in a Motion Picture - Drama
Al Pacino
Best Performance by an Actor in a Supporting Role in any Motion Picture
John Cazale
Best Performance by an Actor in a Supporting Role in any Motion Picture
Charles Durning
Best Screenplay - Motion Picture
Frank R. Pierson
New Star Of The Year - Actor
Chris Sarandon
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