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The Sheriff

The Sheriff

A rape case opens racial divisions in a small town. A black sheriff and his white deputy investigate allegations that a wealthy white businessman raped a black college student.

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Movie Details

  • Original Title: The Sheriff
  • Genres: TV Movie, Drama, Crime
  • Release Date: 1971-03-30
  • Runtime: 73 minutes
  • Rating: 6/10 (5 votes)
  • Budget: $0
  • Revenue: $0
  • Production Companies: Marvin Worth Productions, Screen Gems Television, ABC
  • Status: Released
  • Popularity: 1.7305
  • Languages: English

Cast & Crew

Ossie Davis

Ossie Davis

as James Lucas

Kaz Garas

Kaz Garas

as Harve Gregory

Kyle Johnson

Kyle Johnson

as Vance Lucas

Ross Martin

Ross Martin

as Larry Walters

Lynda Day George

Lynda Day George

as Alma Gregory

Ruby Dee

Ruby Dee

as Sue Ann Lucas

Moses Gunn

Moses Gunn

as Cliff Wilder

Brenda Sykes

Brenda Sykes

as Janet Wilder

John Marley

John Marley

as Kinsella

Edward Binns

Edward Binns

as Paulsen

Gallery

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Trailers & Clips

The Sheriff (1971, starring Ossie Davis, Ruby Dee, Brenda Skyes, Moses Gunn)

External Links

Keywords

rapegenerations conflictracismdisciplinesmall town sheriffjury trialdoor to door salesman

Frequently Asked Questions

What is The Sheriff?

The Sheriff is a TV Movie, Drama, Crime movie directed by . It was released on 1971-03-30.

Who are the main actors in The Sheriff?

The main cast includes Ossie Davis, Kaz Garas, Kyle Johnson, Ross Martin, Lynda Day George, .

Where can I watch The Sheriff online?

You can check official streaming platforms like Netflix, Amazon Prime, or Disney+ to see if The Sheriff is available.

Is The Sheriff based on a true story?

No official confirmation about it being based on a true story.

What is the IMDb rating of The Sheriff?

The Sheriff has an IMDb rating of 6/10 based on 5 votes.

What is the budget and revenue of The Sheriff?

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

Who composed the soundtrack for The Sheriff?

The soundtrack was composed by Marvin Worth Productions, Screen Gems Television, ABC. You can listen to it on music streaming platforms.

Where was The Sheriff filmed?

The Sheriff was filmed in multiple locations worldwide. You can find official filming locations on IMDb.

How long is The Sheriff?

The total runtime of The Sheriff is 73 minutes.

Is The Sheriff suitable for kids?

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

Will there be a sequel to The Sheriff?

There is no official announcement yet for a sequel to The Sheriff.

Does The Sheriff have a post-credit scene?

Some movies include post-credit scenes. Stay till the end to find out!

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