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The Two Jakes (1990)
Edited into
Visions of Light (1992)
The Kid Stays in the Picture (2002)
References
The Maltese Falcon (1941)
Vertigo (1958)
Referenced in
Action: Love Sucks
(TV Episode)
Wendy mentions spending a lot of time on the set with Roman.
Wendy mentions spending a lot of time on the set with Roman.
Saturday Night Live: Raquel Welch/Phoebe Snow, John Sebastian (1976)
(TV Episode)
Mentioned in One Flew Over The Hornet's Nest
Mentioned in One Flew Over The Hornet's Nest
The Disenchantment (1976)
Porklips Now (1980)
(Short)
Blade Runner (1982)
The Secret of NIMH (1982)
Jeremy quotes J.J. Gittes's line, "When you're right, you're right, and you're right."
Jeremy quotes J.J. Gittes's line, "When you're right, you're right, and you're right."
Remington Steele: Steele Flying High (1983)
(TV Episode)
The film is mentioned by a character.
The film is mentioned by a character.
The A-Team: Water, Water Everywhere (1983)
(TV Episode)
Title mentioned by Murdock
Title mentioned by Murdock
Clive James Meets Roman Polanski (1984)
(TV Movie)
mentioned once
mentioned once
Fletch (1985)
During Fletch's first interview, he is clumsily wearing a nose brace, similar to Jake Gittes' in Chinatown. Both are roughly similar Picaresque stories.
During Fletch's first interview, he is clumsily wearing a nose brace, similar to Jake Gittes' in Chinatown. Both are roughly similar Picaresque stories.
Angel Heart (1987)
Spaceballs (1987)
References the line "When you're right you're right. And you're right."
References the line "When you're right you're right. And you're right."
Beauty and the Beast: China Moon (1988)
(TV Episode)
Joe refers to it as a "great flick."
Joe refers to it as a "great flick."
Glitch! (1988)
Mentioned.
Mentioned.
Tequila Sunrise (1988)
The Golden Girls: Sophia's Choice (1989)
(TV Episode)
This film is mentioned by name
This film is mentioned by name
The Decalogue (1988)
(TV Mini-Series)
Bloodfist (1989)
"It's Chinatown, Jake."
"It's Chinatown, Jake."
The Two Jakes (1990)
Jake Berman sayin to Jake Gittes, the same quote that Cross said to Jake; "You may think you know what's going on around here, but you don't".
Jake Berman sayin to Jake Gittes, the same quote that Cross said to Jake; "You may think you know what's going on around here, but you don't".
Siskel & Ebert: Oscar Nomination Surprises (1991)
(TV Episode)
Roger Ebert says Diane Ladd has done better work than in "Wild at Heart" (1990) and cites this movie as one of his two examples.
Roger Ebert says Diane Ladd has done better work than in "Wild at Heart" (1990) and cites this movie as one of his two examples.
Siskel & Ebert: The Doors/My Heroes Have Always Been Cowboys/Iron & Silk/Superstar (1991)
(TV Episode)
Gene Siskel mentions this movie when recommending its sequel on video.
Gene Siskel mentions this movie when recommending its sequel on video.
Juice (1992)
Double Cross (1992)
Jack Nicholson's nose plaster
Jack Nicholson's nose plaster
Killer Tomatoes Eat France! (1992)
Mystery Science Theatre 3000: 'Manos' the Hands of Fate (1993)
(TV Episode)
A character parodies the "She's my daughter. She's my sister" scene from "Chinatown."
A character parodies the "She's my daughter. She's my sister" scene from "Chinatown."
Sunny Side Up (1994)
The Simpsons: Secrets of a Successful Marriage (1994)
(TV Episode)
"Forget it, Marge! It's Chinatown!"
"Forget it, Marge! It's Chinatown!"
Just a Minute: Episode #2.2 (1994)
(TV Episode)
Referenced by name
Referenced by name
The Bitch Is Back (1995)
(Short)
The "She's my sister, my daughter, my sister and my daughter!" lines from Chinatown are quoted.
The "She's my sister, my daughter, my sister and my daughter!" lines from Chinatown are quoted.
Mystery Science Theatre 3000: Danger! Death Ray (1995)
(TV Episode)
At one point, Mike makes a reference to this movie.
At one point, Mike makes a reference to this movie.
Hideaway (1995)
Mystery Science Theatre 3000: The Amazing Transparent Man (1995)
(TV Episode)
Tom: "Forget it, Jake. It's Chinatown."
Tom: "Forget it, Jake. It's Chinatown."
Tank Girl (1995)
They use the "Water and Power" company name. This could have been a direct reference as they both are corrupt and stealing water in times of drought
They use the "Water and Power" company name. This could have been a direct reference as they both are corrupt and stealing water in times of drought
Devil in a Blue Dress (1995)
Se7en (1995)
Gex (1995)
(Video Game)
Gex -"Forget it Jake, it's Chinatown"
Gex -"Forget it Jake, it's Chinatown"
Duckman: Private Dick/Family Man: Noir Gang (1996)
(TV Episode)
Referenced by name during Cornfed's case wrap up.
Referenced by name during Cornfed's case wrap up.
Mystery Science Theatre 3000: Deathstalker and the Warriors from Hell (1996)
(TV Episode)
Mike: "Forget it, Jake. It's Chinatown."
Mike: "Forget it, Jake. It's Chinatown."
NewsRadio: Houses of the Holy (1996)
(TV Episode)
in dialogue "it's Chinatown"
in dialogue "it's Chinatown"
Mystery Science Theatre 3000: The She-Creature (1997)
(TV Episode)
Mike: "Jake Gittes's nostrils slashed at reservoir"
Mike: "Jake Gittes's nostrils slashed at reservoir"
NewsRadio: Sleeping (1997)
(TV Episode)
Dave imagines Jimmy would get an actor's name wrong from this movie
Dave imagines Jimmy would get an actor's name wrong from this movie
L.A. Confidential (1997)
Conspiracy Theory (1997)
U Turn (1997)
The Curse of Monkey Island (1997)
(Video Game)
Guybrush refers to the well remembered twist towards the end of the movie, citing it as the possible 'secret of Monkey Island'("That the girl is both the daughter and the sister?").
Guybrush refers to the well remembered twist towards the end of the movie, citing it as the possible 'secret of Monkey Island'("That the girl is both the daughter and the sister?").
Good Will Hunting (1997)
If We Picked the Winners (1998)
(TV Movie)
Roger Ebert compares "L.A. Confidential" (1997) to this movie.
Roger Ebert compares "L.A. Confidential" (1997) to this movie.
The Big Lebowski (1998)
The Truman Show (1998)
When Truman coughs to conceal that he is ripping a page from the fashion magazine in his office, this references when Gittes coughs to conceal that he is ripping a page out of book with a list of the names of the grove owners in the valley.
When Truman coughs to conceal that he is ripping a page from the fashion magazine in his office, this references when Gittes coughs to conceal that he is ripping a page out of book with a list of the names of the grove owners in the valley.
Mystery Science Theatre 3000: Hobgoblins (1998)
(TV Episode)
Crow: "Serpico. Dirty Harry. Jake Gittes. Kevin."
Crow: "Serpico. Dirty Harry. Jake Gittes. Kevin."
Rounders (1998)
Rushmore (1998)
The Best of Film Noir (1999)
(Video)
Poster shown.
Poster shown.
Man of the Century (1999)
Navarro mentions Roman Polanski while wearing a bandage on his injured nose.
Navarro mentions Roman Polanski while wearing a bandage on his injured nose.
Road Kill (1999)
The gangster tells the male lead that CHINATOWN is his favorite film.
The gangster tells the male lead that CHINATOWN is his favorite film.
The Ninth Gate (1999)
Earlier Polanski film; Fargas ('Ninth Gate') is murdered in the same manner as Hollis Mulwray from 'Chinatown', by being drowned in his garden pool; Boris Balkan ('Ninth Gate') is based on some aspects of 'Chinatown' villian Noah Cross
Earlier Polanski film; Fargas ('Ninth Gate') is murdered in the same manner as Hollis Mulwray from 'Chinatown', by being drowned in his garden pool; Boris Balkan ('Ninth Gate') is based on some aspects of 'Chinatown' villian Noah Cross
Mystery Science Theatre 3000: Merlin's Shop of Mystical Wonders (1999)
(TV Episode)
Crow: I also have a script called Chinatown. I don't like it as much.
Crow: I also have a script called Chinatown. I don't like it as much.
'Halloween' Unmasked 2000 (1999)
(Video)
Action: Re-Enter the Dragon (1999)
(TV Episode)
Peter says 'Raffi' has written the best script since Chinatown
Peter says 'Raffi' has written the best script since Chinatown
Wonder Boys (2000)
The Simpsons: Kill the Alligator and Run (2000)
(TV Episode)
Referenced in the Robert Evans interview on "Charlie Rose"
Referenced in the Robert Evans interview on "Charlie Rose"
Just Shoot Me!: A&E Biography: Nina Van Horn (2000)
(TV Episode)
Robert Evans mentions it.
Robert Evans mentions it.
Angel: Are You Now or Have You Ever Been (2000)
(TV Episode)
The PI in this episode is named C. Mulvihill, a reference to the corrupt PI and former cop Claude Mulvihill. After being hit by Angel, he wears a bandage on his nose similar to that worn by Jack Nicholson.
The PI in this episode is named C. Mulvihill, a reference to the corrupt PI and former cop Claude Mulvihill. After being hit by Angel, he wears a bandage on his nose similar to that worn by Jack Nicholson.
Red Planet (2000)
Mr. B's Lost Shorts (2001)
(Video)
Mike: "It's just Campus Town, Jake."
Mike: "It's just Campus Town, Jake."
The Simpsons: Pokey Mom (2001)
(TV Episode)
"Forget it Homer, it's Chiro-town,"
"Forget it Homer, it's Chiro-town,"
Six Feet Under: An Open Book (2001)
(TV Episode)
In reference to Brenda, Billy says to Nate: "She's my sister, my mother, my sister!" while slapping himself.
In reference to Brenda, Billy says to Nate: "She's my sister, my mother, my sister!" while slapping himself.
Going the Distance: Remembering 'Marathon Man' (2001)
(Video)
Home Movies: Life Through a Fisheye Lens (2001)
(TV Episode)
The characters mention "Chinatown"
The characters mention "Chinatown"
Gilmore Girls: The Road Trip to Harvard (2001)
(TV Episode)
Rory quotes the film's famous last line.
Rory quotes the film's famous last line.
Spin City: Chinatown (2001)
(TV Episode)
title reference
title reference
Teknolust (2002)
Plaster on Agent's nose (and later around his face)
Plaster on Agent's nose (and later around his face)
Cinemania (2002)
xXx (2002)
Cage makes a joke telling El Jefe he's short. Late in the same scene El Jefe threatens to cut of Cage's nose the same way the midget in Chinatown threatens to cut of Gittes' nose.
Cage makes a joke telling El Jefe he's short. Late in the same scene El Jefe threatens to cut of Cage's nose the same way the midget in Chinatown threatens to cut of Gittes' nose.
The Sopranos: Whitecaps (2002)
(TV Episode)
Tony's line "bad for glass" references a key moment in the film
Tony's line "bad for glass" references a key moment in the film
Kid Notorious: The Nazi Party (2003)
(TV Episode)
Mentioned by Kid on the telephone.
Mentioned by Kid on the telephone.
Easy Riders, Raging Bulls: How the Sex, Drugs and Rock 'N' Roll Generation Saved Hollywood (2003)
referenced as part of the documentary
referenced as part of the documentary
The Middle of the World (2003)
The nose of the character played by Ravi Ramos Lacerda is cut exactly like Jack Nicholson's nose in Chinatown
The nose of the character played by Ravi Ramos Lacerda is cut exactly like Jack Nicholson's nose in Chinatown
Gilmore Girls: The Fundamental Things Apply (2003)
(TV Episode)
Lorelai questioning Luke on what movies he's seen
Lorelai questioning Luke on what movies he's seen
Kid Notorious: The F-You Soup (2003)
(TV Episode)
Mentioned in soup commercial.
Mentioned in soup commercial.
Twisted (2004)
During a pool hall scene between Ashley Judd and Samuel L. Jackson's characters, the Chinatown poster is seen.
During a pool hall scene between Ashley Judd and Samuel L. Jackson's characters, the Chinatown poster is seen.
High Chaparall: Gary Busey (2004)
(TV Episode)
Mentioned by name
Mentioned by name
NCIS: Dead Man Talking (2004)
(TV Episode)
When explaining Amanda Reed and Cmdr. Voss is the same person Abby does the "She's my sister, she's my daughter" from Chinatown with slaps to illustrate it.
When explaining Amanda Reed and Cmdr. Voss is the same person Abby does the "She's my sister, she's my daughter" from Chinatown with slaps to illustrate it.
Witchcraft XII: In the Lair of the Serpent (2002)
(Video)
poster seen
poster seen
Z Channel: A Magnificent Obsession (2004)
(TV Movie)
The title is mentioned and displayed.
The title is mentioned and displayed.
The Terminal (2004)
The swordfish prop: in Chinatown appears hanging on two walls of the office of Mullray's associate
The swordfish prop: in Chinatown appears hanging on two walls of the office of Mullray's associate
Empire of Dreams: The Story of the 'Star Wars' Trilogy (2004)
(TV Movie)
mentioned once
mentioned once
Silentium (2004)
Berti's line "Vergiss' es, Brenner, wir sind in Salzburg!" references the famous last line of Chinatown.
Berti's line "Vergiss' es, Brenner, wir sind in Salzburg!" references the famous last line of Chinatown.
Harry Monument (2004)
brilliant film on any budget
brilliant film on any budget
Vampire: The Masquerade - Bloodlines (2004)
(Video Game)
The character Gary states "Forget it Boss. It's Chinatown" at the beginning of the mission that firsts unlocks the Chinatown area.
The character Gary states "Forget it Boss. It's Chinatown" at the beginning of the mission that firsts unlocks the Chinatown area.
CSI: NY: Rain (2004)
(TV Episode)
Stella quotes a line from the film, replacing the name "Jack" with "Mac".
Stella quotes a line from the film, replacing the name "Jack" with "Mac".
Before, During and 'After the Sunset' (2005)
(Video)
mentioned once
mentioned once
Grey's Anatomy: The First Cut Is the Deepest (2005)
(TV Episode)
"I'm your sister, I'm your daughter"
"I'm your sister, I'm your daughter"
Gilmore Girls: How Many Kropogs to Cape Cod? (2005)
(TV Episode)
Luke appears to be arguing with himself, and Lorelai teases him, quoting "My daughter, my sister, my daughter ..."
Luke appears to be arguing with himself, and Lorelai teases him, quoting "My daughter, my sister, my daughter ..."
Over There: Situation Normal (2005)
(TV Episode)
Tariq mentions movie by name.
Tariq mentions movie by name.
Rumor Has It... (2005)
Charmed: 12 Angry Zen (2006)
(TV Episode)
A line from the movie is spoofed in this episode
A line from the movie is spoofed in this episode
The Venture Bros.: Assassinanny 911 (2006)
(TV Episode)
The scene in which Brock repeatedly slaps the doctor, who cries out with every strike "Your mother! Your father!" culminating in "Your mother and your father!" references a climactic scene in "Chinatown".
The scene in which Brock repeatedly slaps the doctor, who cries out with every strike "Your mother! Your father!" culminating in "Your mother and your father!" references a climactic scene in "Chinatown".
Film Noir: Bringing Darkness to Light (2006)
(Video)
Mentioned once.
Mentioned once.
50 Films to See Before You Die (2006)
(TV Movie)
Makes the countdown, is talked about.
Makes the countdown, is talked about.
Lost: Every Man for Himself (2006)
(TV Episode)
Sawyer calls Pickett, the man with a plastered nose, "Chinatown", refering to Jack Nicholson's character.
Sawyer calls Pickett, the man with a plastered nose, "Chinatown", refering to Jack Nicholson's character.
Hot Fuzz (2007)
The line "Forget it, Nick. It's Sandford." Is similar to the last line in Chinatown: "Forget it Jake, it's Chinatown."
The line "Forget it, Nick. It's Sandford." Is similar to the last line in Chinatown: "Forget it Jake, it's Chinatown."
The Dialogue: An Interview with Screenwriter Billy Ray (2007)
(Video)
Ray says that a copy of the movie's screenplay is one of two that he uses to elevate his computer monitor.
Ray says that a copy of the movie's screenplay is one of two that he uses to elevate his computer monitor.
South Park: Cartman Sucks (2007)
(TV Episode)
The opening shots of the pictures Cartman takes of Butters mirrors the opening shot of the pictures Jake Gittes took of Curly's adulterous wife
The opening shots of the pictures Cartman takes of Butters mirrors the opening shot of the pictures Jake Gittes took of Curly's adulterous wife
Andy Barker, P.I.: Pilot (2007)
(TV Episode)
Simon says Andy's client is straight out of Chinatown.
Simon says Andy's client is straight out of Chinatown.
Grindhouse (2007)
Poster visible in taco bar
Poster visible in taco bar
Chuck: Chuck Versus the Sizzling Shrimp (2007)
(TV Episode)
Chuck asks Lo Pan if he's seen Chinatown.
Chuck asks Lo Pan if he's seen Chinatown.
NCIS: Corporal Punishment (2007)
(TV Episode)
DiNozzo looks at the reflection of his bandaged nose, and says, "Ahh... look at me, like Jack Nicholson in Chinatown."
DiNozzo looks at the reflection of his bandaged nose, and says, "Ahh... look at me, like Jack Nicholson in Chinatown."
Assassination of a High School President (2008)
In the aftermath, a character says "Forget it, Funke. It's high school."
In the aftermath, a character says "Forget it, Funke. It's high school."
CSI: Crime Scene Investigation: Two and a Half Deaths (2008)
(TV Episode)
At the end of the episode, Brass puts his hand on Grissom's shoulder and says, "Forget it, Gil. It's Burbank."
At the end of the episode, Brass puts his hand on Grissom's shoulder and says, "Forget it, Gil. It's Burbank."
NCIS: Judgment Day: Part 1 (2008)
(TV Episode)
Ziva: "It'll be like Chinatown... I will even let you do your 'Jack' (Nicholson)" DiNozzo, impression of J.J. Gittes (Nicholson's role): "Well, how do you like them apples?"
Ziva: "It'll be like Chinatown... I will even let you do your 'Jack' (Nicholson)" DiNozzo, impression of J.J. Gittes (Nicholson's role): "Well, how do you like them apples?"
My Best Friend's Girl (2008)
"Gynatown" porn title
"Gynatown" porn title
Californication: Vaginatown (2008)
(TV Episode)
"Vaginatown" is a porn version
"Vaginatown" is a porn version
I Bet You (2009)
When Dan puts the blade to Shane's nostril, Matt says "you nearly did a Jack Nicholson there"
When Dan puts the blade to Shane's nostril, Matt says "you nearly did a Jack Nicholson there"
NCIS: South by Southwest (2009)
(TV Episode)
DiNozzo: "Like Nicholson in 'Chinatown'..."
DiNozzo: "Like Nicholson in 'Chinatown'..."
Flight of the Conchords: NewZealandTown (2009)
(TV Episode)
"Forget it, Brian. It's New Zealand town"
"Forget it, Brian. It's New Zealand town"
Who Wants to Be a Millionaire: Million Dollar Movie Week 2 (2009)
(TV Episode)
Subject of a $4,000 question
Subject of a $4,000 question
Saturday Night Live: Ryan Reynolds/Lady Gaga (2009)
(TV Episode)
Mentioned by Arnold Schwarzenegger while talking about Roman Polanski on Weekend Update
Mentioned by Arnold Schwarzenegger while talking about Roman Polanski on Weekend Update
Jeopardy!: 2010 College Championship Quarterfinal 4 (2010)
(TV Episode)
Mentioned by a contestant during interview
Mentioned by a contestant during interview
Jeopardy!: Episode #26.123 (2010)
(TV Episode)
Subject of a $600 clue in the category "Movie Spoilers"
Subject of a $600 clue in the category "Movie Spoilers"
Justified: Riverbrook (2010)
(TV Episode)
man with cut on nose called "Chinatown"
man with cut on nose called "Chinatown"
Shuffle & Cut (A Question for Godard) (2010)
in noir clip from movie Harry Monument
in noir clip from movie Harry Monument
CSI: Crime Scene Investigation: Fracked (2010)
(TV Episode)
When they were talking about polutioned groundwater, somebody said we're not in Chinatown.
When they were talking about polutioned groundwater, somebody said we're not in Chinatown.
Wishful Drinking (2010)
(TV Movie)
Carrie Fisher does the 'my sister, my daughter' scene
Carrie Fisher does the 'my sister, my daughter' scene
The Nostalgia Critic: Dungeons and Dragons (2011)
(TV Episode)
Critic: (during a slapping scene) "My sister! My daughter! My sister!"
Critic: (during a slapping scene) "My sister! My daughter! My sister!"
Rango (2011)
The whole "control the water" plot is influenced by Chinatown, and the mayor is a caricature of Noah Cross.
The whole "control the water" plot is influenced by Chinatown, and the mayor is a caricature of Noah Cross.
Switched at Birth: Portrait of My Father (2011)
(TV Episode)
mentioned by Kathryn
mentioned by Kathryn
Ebert Presents: At the Movies: Episode #2.1 (2011)
(TV Episode)
Christy says that "Rango" makes reference to the film
Christy says that "Rango" makes reference to the film
Supernatural: The Mentalists (2011)
(TV Episode)
"Forget it, Sam. It's Lily Dale."
"Forget it, Sam. It's Lily Dale."
The Cinema Snob: Elves (2011)
(TV Episode)
"That's what I needed out of this movie: a reminder of Roman Polanski's Chinatown."
"That's what I needed out of this movie: a reminder of Roman Polanski's Chinatown."
General Hospital: Episode #1.12479 (2012)
(TV Episode)
Sonny mentions that Nicholson "sister, daughter" movie
Sonny mentions that Nicholson "sister, daughter" movie
30 Rock: Alexis Goodlooking and the Case of the Missing Whisky (2012)
(TV Episode)
Jenna says "Forget it, Tracy. It's Midtown."
Jenna says "Forget it, Tracy. It's Midtown."
Special Collector's Edition: La última noche del Titanic (2012)
(TV Episode)
release mentioned
release mentioned
In the Picture (2012)
(Short)
Film mentioned as having been shot in LA's Chinatown
Film mentioned as having been shot in LA's Chinatown
The Cleveland Show: A Vas Deferens Between Men & Women (2012)
(TV Episode)
mentioned by Cleveland
mentioned by Cleveland
Portlandia: Missionaries (2013)
(TV Episode)
referenced in dialogue
referenced in dialogue
The Cinema Snob: I Spit on Your Grave: Part 2 (2013)
(TV Episode)
Snob alludes to it.
Snob alludes to it.
Modern Family: Flip Flop (2013)
(TV Episode)
Mentioned in dialogue
Mentioned in dialogue
Featured in
Precious Images (1986)
John Huston: The Man, the Movies, the Maverick (1989)
Huston getting shot by Dunawy
Huston getting shot by Dunawy
100 Years at the Movies (1994)
(TV Movie)
bed scene between 2 "Taxi Driver " clips
bed scene between 2 "Taxi Driver " clips
Siskel & Ebert: Villains: So Bad, They're Good (1995)
(TV Episode)
Clips are shown.
Clips are shown.
Cadillac Desert (1997)
(TV Mini-Series)
AFI's 100 Years... 100 Movies: America's Greatest Movies (1998)
(TV Special)
This film is #19 on the list.
This film is #19 on the list.
Chinatown Revisited with Roman Polanski, Robert Evans and Robert Towne (1999)
(Video)
Clips from the 1974 movie were included in this documentary "making-of" short.
Clips from the 1974 movie were included in this documentary "making-of" short.
AFI's 100 Years... 100 Thrills: America's Most Heart-Pounding Movies (2001)
(TV Special)
This film is #16 on the list.
This film is #16 on the list.
A Decade Under the Influence (2003)
Larry King Live: Episode dated 24 February 2003 (2003)
(TV Episode)
clip shown
clip shown
AFI's 100 Years... 100 Heroes & Villains (2003)
(TV Special)
Noah Cross is #16 on the "Villains" list.
Noah Cross is #16 on the "Villains" list.
Los Angeles Plays Itself (2003)
footage appears throughout
footage appears throughout
The Sopranos: The Test Dream (2004)
(TV Episode)
clip seen on TV
clip seen on TV
Masters of Production: The Hidden Art of Hollywood (2004)
(TV Movie)
Discusses Production Design
Discusses Production Design
E! True Hollywood Story: Jack Nicholson (2005)
(TV Episode)
About his realtionship with the director
About his realtionship with the director
AFI's 100 Years... 100 Movie Quotes: America's Greatest Quips, Comebacks and Catchphrases (2005)
(TV Special)
The quote "Forget it, Jake, it's Chinatown." is #74 on the list.
The quote "Forget it, Jake, it's Chinatown." is #74 on the list.
50 Films to See Before You Die (2006)
(TV Movie)
Clips shown.
Clips shown.
AFI's 100 Years... 100 Movies: 10th Anniversary Edition (2007)
(TV Movie)
This film is #21 on the list.
This film is #21 on the list.
The Man Who Shot Chinatown: The Life and Work of John A. Alonzo (2007)
documentary featuring work of Alonzo
documentary featuring work of Alonzo
Manorama Six Feet Under (2007)
Roughly based on Chinatown. Also, seen playing on TV in one of the scenes.
Roughly based on Chinatown. Also, seen playing on TV in one of the scenes.
Chinatown: Filming (2007)
(Video)
clips shown
clips shown
Chinatown: The Beginning and the End (2007)
(Video)
clips shown
clips shown
Chinatown: The Legacy (2007)
(Video)
clip shown
clip shown
Roman Polanski: Wanted and Desired (2008)
Clips used
Clips used
AFI's 10 Top 10: America's 10 Greatest Films in 10 Classic Genres (2008)
(TV Movie)
This film is #2 on the "Mystery" list.
This film is #2 on the "Mystery" list.
The Rotten Tomatoes Show: Wolverine/Ghosts of Girlfriends Past/Battle for Terra (2009)
(TV Episode)
Footage Shown
Footage Shown
The Rotten Tomatoes Show: Cop Out/The Crazies/A Prophet (2010)
(TV Episode)
Worst Best Actor nominee.
Worst Best Actor nominee.
Ahate pasa (2010)
(Short)
Clip of the film shown.
Clip of the film shown.
The Rotten Tomatoes Show: The Best of Music in the Movies (2010)
(TV Episode)
"Hairy Chests" segment
"Hairy Chests" segment
Roman Polanski: A Film Memoir (2011)
The movie clip is shown.
The movie clip is shown.
The Story of Film: An Odyssey: Episode #1.9 (2011)
(TV Episode)
Clips shown
Clips shown
Spoofed in
China Doll (1975)
A private eye story involving character names Evelyn and Harry Muldoon (takeoffs on Evelyn and Hollis Mulwray of Chinatown) complete with the use of the Chinatown soundtrack.
A private eye story involving character names Evelyn and Harry Muldoon (takeoffs on Evelyn and Hollis Mulwray of Chinatown) complete with the use of the Chinatown soundtrack.
Saturday Night Live: Madeline Kahn/Carly Simon (1976)
(TV Episode)
spoofed as a musical
spoofed as a musical
The Cheap Detective (1978)
Who Framed Roger Rabbit (1988)
Fatal Instinct (1993)
Duckman: Private Dick/Family Man: Noir Gang (1996)
(TV Episode)
Spoofed by "it's my husband, it's my grandfather" scene.
Spoofed by "it's my husband, it's my grandfather" scene.
3rd Rock from the Sun: A Nightmare on Dick Street: Part 1 (1997)
(TV Episode)
Dick tells Sally he's decided she's now supposed to be his daughter instead of his sister, they parody the "my daughter/my sister" slap scene.
Dick tells Sally he's decided she's now supposed to be his daughter instead of his sister, they parody the "my daughter/my sister" slap scene.
The Curse of Monkey Island (1997)
(Video Game)
Home Improvement: Rebel Without Night Driving Privileges (1998)
(TV Episode)
Tim is bitten on the nose by a rat; when questioned about the bandage he quotes Chinatown.
Tim is bitten on the nose by a rat; when questioned about the bandage he quotes Chinatown.
Space Ghost Coast to Coast: Chinatown (1998)
(TV Episode)
The title of the episode; also, at the end, Space Ghost says, "Forget it, Moltar. It's Chinatown."
The title of the episode; also, at the end, Space Ghost says, "Forget it, Moltar. It's Chinatown."
Six Feet Under: An Open Book (2001)
(TV Episode)
Billy mocks the "She's my sister, my daughter!" scene when introducing himself as Brenda's brother to Nate.
Billy mocks the "She's my sister, my daughter!" scene when introducing himself as Brenda's brother to Nate.
Two and a Half Men: The Last Thing You Want Is to Wind Up with a Hump (2003)
(TV Episode)
The closing line "Forget it, Jake. It's Sherman Oaks." is a spoof of the closing line to Chinatown: "Forget it, Jake. It's Chinatown."
The closing line "Forget it, Jake. It's Sherman Oaks." is a spoof of the closing line to Chinatown: "Forget it, Jake. It's Chinatown."
Stella Street (2004)
Features a spoof of Chinatown (1974)
Features a spoof of Chinatown (1974)
Harvey Birdman, Attorney at Law: Trio's Company (2004)
(TV Episode)
Reducto parodies the 'she's my sister/she's my daughter' speech
Reducto parodies the 'she's my sister/she's my daughter' speech
The Starter Wife (2007)
(TV Mini-Series)
Molly and Joan re-enact the scene in which the woman tells the investigator that the girl is her sister and her daughter. Molly says he's a killer and her lover.
Molly and Joan re-enact the scene in which the woman tells the investigator that the girl is her sister and her daughter. Molly says he's a killer and her lover.
Californication: Coke Dick & First Kick (2008)
(TV Episode)
"Forget it Jake, it's Vaginatown."
"Forget it Jake, it's Vaginatown."
The Cleveland Show: Field of Streams (2010)
(TV Episode)
remake with Miley Cyrus
remake with Miley Cyrus
Mater's Tall Tales: Mater Private Eye (2010)
(TV Episode)
Mater getting his headlight cut out spoofs the scene where Jake's nose is slashed; Later, he wears a patch similar to the one Jakes wears.
Mater getting his headlight cut out spoofs the scene where Jake's nose is slashed; Later, he wears a patch similar to the one Jakes wears.
Psych: Santabarbaratown (2012)
(TV Episode)
As Thea is carried away, Gus says, "Forget about it, Shawn; it's just Santa Barbara."
As Thea is carried away, Gus says, "Forget about it, Shawn; it's just Santa Barbara."
