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Call Northside 777

Call Northside 777

It couldn't happen... but it did!

In 1932, a cop is killed and Frank Wiecek sentenced to life. Eleven years later, a newspaper ad by Frank's mother leads Chicago reporter P.J. O'Neal to look into the case. For some time, O'Neal continues to believe Frank guilty. But when he starts to change his mind, he meets increased resistance from authorities unwilling to be proved wrong.

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Movie Details

  • Original Title: Call Northside 777
  • Genres: Crime, Drama
  • Release Date: 1948-02-13
  • Runtime: 111 minutes
  • Rating: 6.6/10 (158 votes)
  • Budget: $0
  • Revenue: $0
  • Production Companies: 20th Century Fox
  • Status: Released
  • Popularity: 1.1344
  • Languages: German, English, Polish

Cast & Crew

James Stewart

James Stewart

as P.J. 'Jim' McNeal

Richard Conte

Richard Conte

as Frank W. Wiecek

Lee J. Cobb

Lee J. Cobb

as Brian Kelly

Helen Walker

Helen Walker

as Laura McNeal

Betty Garde

Betty Garde

as Wanda Skutnik

Kasia Orzazewski

Kasia Orzazewski

as Tillie Wiecek

Joanne De Bergh

Joanne De Bergh

as Helen Wiecek

Howard Smith

Howard Smith

as K.L. Palmer

Moroni Olsen

Moroni Olsen

as Parole Board Chairman

John McIntire

John McIntire

as Sam Faxon

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Keywords

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Call Northside 777?

Call Northside 777 is a Crime, Drama movie directed by . It was released on 1948-02-13.

Who are the main actors in Call Northside 777?

The main cast includes James Stewart, Richard Conte, Lee J. Cobb, Helen Walker, Betty Garde, .

Where can I watch Call Northside 777 online?

You can check official streaming platforms like Netflix, Amazon Prime, or Disney+ to see if Call Northside 777 is available.

Is Call Northside 777 based on a true story?

It couldn't happen... but it did!

What is the IMDb rating of Call Northside 777?

Call Northside 777 has an IMDb rating of 6.6/10 based on 158 votes.

What is the budget and revenue of Call Northside 777?

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

Who composed the soundtrack for Call Northside 777?

The soundtrack was composed by 20th Century Fox. You can listen to it on music streaming platforms.

Where was Call Northside 777 filmed?

Call Northside 777 was filmed in multiple locations worldwide. You can find official filming locations on IMDb.

How long is Call Northside 777?

The total runtime of Call Northside 777 is 111 minutes.

Is Call Northside 777 suitable for kids?

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

Will there be a sequel to Call Northside 777?

There is no official announcement yet for a sequel to Call Northside 777.

Does Call Northside 777 have a post-credit scene?

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