The Death of Richie

The Death of Richie

A father's fight to save his son from self-destruction.

1977 · 96 min · ★ 7.0 · Drama, TV Movie

A sensitive but confused teenager feels pressure from all directions and turns to drugs, which causes problems for him in school and at home.

Directed by Paul Wendkos · Written by John McGreevey

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