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The Private Files of J. Edgar Hoover

The Private Files of J. Edgar Hoover

The files that escaped the shredder have become an incredible motion picture.

The story of J. Edgar Hoover, head of the FBI from 1924-1972, following his racket-busting days through his reign under eight US presidents.

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Movie Details

  • Original Title: The Private Files of J. Edgar Hoover
  • Genres: Drama, History
  • Release Date: 1977-12-01
  • Runtime: 112 minutes
  • Rating: 4.9/10 (14 votes)
  • Budget: $0
  • Revenue: $0
  • Production Companies: Larco Productions
  • Status: Released
  • Popularity: 1.9642
  • Languages: English

Cast & Crew

Broderick Crawford

Broderick Crawford

as J. Edgar Hoover

James Wainwright

James Wainwright

as Young Hoover

Michael Parks

Michael Parks

as Robert F. Kennedy

José Ferrer

José Ferrer

as Lionel McCoy

Celeste Holm

Celeste Holm

as Florence Hollister

Rip Torn

Rip Torn

as Dwight Webb

Dan Dailey

Dan Dailey

as Clyde Tolson

Ronee Blakley

Ronee Blakley

as Carrie DeWitt

Howard Da Silva

Howard Da Silva

as Pres. Franklin D. Roosevelt

John Marley

John Marley

as Dave Hindley

Gallery

Movie scene

Trailers & Clips

The Private Files of J. Edgar Hoover 1977 trailer

External Links

Keywords

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is The Private Files of J. Edgar Hoover?

The Private Files of J. Edgar Hoover is a Drama, History movie directed by . It was released on 1977-12-01.

Who are the main actors in The Private Files of J. Edgar Hoover?

The main cast includes Broderick Crawford, James Wainwright, Michael Parks, José Ferrer, Celeste Holm, .

Where can I watch The Private Files of J. Edgar Hoover online?

You can check official streaming platforms like Netflix, Amazon Prime, or Disney+ to see if The Private Files of J. Edgar Hoover is available.

Is The Private Files of J. Edgar Hoover based on a true story?

The files that escaped the shredder have become an incredible motion picture.

What is the IMDb rating of The Private Files of J. Edgar Hoover?

The Private Files of J. Edgar Hoover has an IMDb rating of 4.9/10 based on 14 votes.

What is the budget and revenue of The Private Files of J. Edgar Hoover?

The movie had a production budget of $0 and earned $0 at the box office.

Who composed the soundtrack for The Private Files of J. Edgar Hoover?

The soundtrack was composed by Larco Productions. You can listen to it on music streaming platforms.

Where was The Private Files of J. Edgar Hoover filmed?

The Private Files of J. Edgar Hoover was filmed in multiple locations worldwide. You can find official filming locations on IMDb.

How long is The Private Files of J. Edgar Hoover?

The total runtime of The Private Files of J. Edgar Hoover is 112 minutes.

Is The Private Files of J. Edgar Hoover suitable for kids?

The movie is rated Released. Please check parental guidelines before watching.

Will there be a sequel to The Private Files of J. Edgar Hoover?

There is no official announcement yet for a sequel to The Private Files of J. Edgar Hoover.

Does The Private Files of J. Edgar Hoover have a post-credit scene?

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