
The Private Files of J. Edgar Hoover
The files that escaped the shredder have become an incredible motion picture.
The story of the late J. Edgar Hoover, who was head of the FBI from 1924-1972. The film follows Hoover from his racket-busting days through his reign under eight U.S. 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: 5/10 (13 votes)
- Budget: $0
- Revenue: $0
- Production Companies: Larco Productions
- Status: Released
- Popularity: 0.9135
- Languages: English
Cast & Crew

Broderick Crawford
as J. Edgar Hoover

James Wainwright
as Young Hoover

Michael Parks
as Robert F. Kennedy

José Ferrer
as Lionel McCoy

Celeste Holm
as Florence Hollister

Rip Torn
as Dwight Webb

Dan Dailey
as Clyde Tolson

Ronee Blakley
as Carrie DeWitt

Howard Da Silva
as Pres. Franklin D. Roosevelt

John Marley
as Dave Hindley
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Trailers & Clips
The Private Files of J. Edgar Hoover 1977 trailer
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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 5/10 based on 13 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?▼
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