Charley Partanna is a hitman who works for the Prizzis, one of the richest crime families in the US. When he sees Irene Walker, it's love at first sight. But he soon finds that she, too, is a killer for hire. Charley can overlook his suspicions, but he can't turn off his heart. And the couple must remember that even if they love each other, the Prizzis love only money.
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Awards Dominance
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Nominations
1 Oscar · 4 Golden Globe
Won
1986
Actress in a Supporting Role
Anjelica Huston
Actor in a Leading Role
Jack Nicholson
Actor in a Supporting Role
William Hickey
Best Picture
John Foreman, Producer
Costume Design
Donfeld
Directing
John Huston
Film Editing
Rudi Fehr, Kaja Fehr
Writing (Screenplay Based on Material from Another Medium)
Richard Condon, Janet Roach
1986
Best Director - Motion Picture
John Huston
Best Motion Picture - Musical or Comedy
Prizzi's Honor
Best Performance by an Actor in a Motion Picture - Musical or Comedy
Jack Nicholson
Best Performance by an Actress in a Motion Picture - Musical or Comedy
Kathleen Turner
Best Performance by an Actress in a Supporting Role in any Motion Picture
Anjelica Huston
Best Screenplay - Motion Picture
Richard Condon
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