What are the key story phases in Cisco Pike?

The story of Cisco Pike progresses through these phases: The Corrupt Deal, Underground Sales, Fractured Connections, Tragedy and Fallout.

How does Cisco Pike end?

In the final act ("Tragedy and Fallout"): Jesse's fatal overdose marks a turning point as Holland invades Cisco's home. A fatal shootout with emergency services forces Cisco and Sue to part ways, leaving Cisco to flee the city.

Cisco Pike (1972) — AI Story Visualization

Name: Cisco Pike
Genre: crime, drama
Released: 1972
Rating: 5.7

Plot Analysis Summary

A musician coerced by a corrupt detective into selling stolen marijuana, navigating betrayal, addiction, and violence.

Story Structure — 4 Plot Phases

The Corrupt Deal

Underground Sales

Fractured Connections

Tragedy and Fallout

A down on his luck former drug dealer is forced by a corrupt LAPD policeman to sell 100 kilos of confiscated marijuana in one weekend.

Directed by

Bill L. Norton

Key Cast

Kris Kristofferson — Cisco Pike
Karen Black — Sue
Gene Hackman — Officer Leo Holland
Harry Dean Stanton — Jesse Dupre
Viva — Merna

Rating: 5.7/10 (41 votes)