1982
Academy Awards
Writing (Screenplay Based on Material from Another Medium)
Jay Presson Allen, Sidney Lumet

New York City detective Daniel Ciello agrees to help the United States Department of Justice eliminate corruption in the police department, as long as he will not have to turn in any close friends. In doing so, Ciello uncovers a conspiracy within the force to smuggle drugs to street informants.
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1 Oscar · 3 Golden Globe
Nominated
1982
Writing (Screenplay Based on Material from Another Medium)
Jay Presson Allen, Sidney Lumet
1982
Best Director - Motion Picture
Sidney Lumet
Best Motion Picture - Drama
Prince of the City
Best Performance by an Actor in a Motion Picture - Drama
Treat Williams
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