A Cry for Help
A talk-radio host, who specializes in abusing and insulting his audience, gets a call from a disturbed teenage girl who says she is going to commit suicide. After first encouraging her, he has a change of heart and frantically tries to get his listeners to help find the girl before she makes good on her threat.
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Movie Details
- Original Title: A Cry for Help
- Genres: Drama, TV Movie
- Release Date: 1975-02-12
- Runtime: 73 minutes
- Rating: 7.2/10 (7 votes)
- Budget: $0
- Revenue: $0
- Production Companies: Universal Television, ABC
- Status: Released
- Popularity: 2.21
- Languages: English
Cast & Crew
Robert Culp
as Harry Freeman
Elayne Heilveil
as Ingrid Brunner
Ken Swofford
as Paul Church
Julius Harris
as George Rigney
Chuck McCann
as Buddy Marino
Michael Lerner
as Phillip Conover
Bruce Boxleitner
as Richie Danko
Lee de Broux
as Sgt. Lou Shirley
Granville Van Dusen
as Brother Stephen Tyler
Ken Sylk
as Hank Buchek
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is A Cry for Help?▼
A Cry for Help is a Drama, TV Movie movie directed by . It was released on 1975-02-12.
Who are the main actors in A Cry for Help?▼
The main cast includes Robert Culp, Elayne Heilveil, Ken Swofford, Julius Harris, Chuck McCann, .
Where can I watch A Cry for Help online?▼
You can check official streaming platforms like Netflix, Amazon Prime, or Disney+ to see if A Cry for Help is available.
Is A Cry for Help based on a true story?▼
No official confirmation about it being based on a true story.
What is the IMDb rating of A Cry for Help?▼
A Cry for Help has an IMDb rating of 7.2/10 based on 7 votes.
What is the budget and revenue of A Cry for Help?▼
The movie had a production budget of $0 and earned $0 at the box office.
Who composed the soundtrack for A Cry for Help?▼
The soundtrack was composed by Universal Television, ABC. You can listen to it on music streaming platforms.
Where was A Cry for Help filmed?▼
A Cry for Help was filmed in multiple locations worldwide. You can find official filming locations on IMDb.
How long is A Cry for Help?▼
The total runtime of A Cry for Help is 73 minutes.
Is A Cry for Help suitable for kids?▼
The movie is rated Released. Please check parental guidelines before watching.
Will there be a sequel to A Cry for Help?▼
There is no official announcement yet for a sequel to A Cry for Help.
Does A Cry for Help have a post-credit scene?▼
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