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Ransom for a Dead Man

Ransom for a Dead Man

A brilliant attorney gets rid of her boring husband by faking his kidnapping and keeping the ransom. The FBI may be fooled, but not Columbo.

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Movie Details

  • Original Title: Ransom for a Dead Man
  • Genres: Drama, Mystery, TV Movie, Crime
  • Release Date: 1972-10-09
  • Runtime: 95 minutes
  • Rating: 7.3/10 (49 votes)
  • Budget: $0
  • Revenue: $0
  • Production Companies: Universal Television
  • Status: Released
  • Popularity: 2.1155
  • Languages: English, French

Cast & Crew

Peter Falk

Peter Falk

as Columbo

Lee Grant

Lee Grant

as Leslie Williams

John Fink

John Fink

as Michael Clark

Harold Gould

Harold Gould

as Agent Carlson

Patricia Mattick

Patricia Mattick

as Margaret Williams

Paul Carr

Paul Carr

as Hammond

Jed Allan

Jed Allan

as Phil

Charles Macaulay

Charles Macaulay

as Richard

Hank Brandt

Hank Brandt

as Attorney

Jean Byron

Jean Byron

as Pat

Gallery

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External Links

Keywords

helicopterpoliceransommurderlawyerpolice detective

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Ransom for a Dead Man?

Ransom for a Dead Man is a Drama, Mystery, TV Movie, Crime movie directed by . It was released on 1972-10-09.

Who are the main actors in Ransom for a Dead Man?

The main cast includes Peter Falk, Lee Grant, John Fink, Harold Gould, Patricia Mattick, .

Where can I watch Ransom for a Dead Man online?

You can check official streaming platforms like Netflix, Amazon Prime, or Disney+ to see if Ransom for a Dead Man is available.

Is Ransom for a Dead Man based on a true story?

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

What is the IMDb rating of Ransom for a Dead Man?

Ransom for a Dead Man has an IMDb rating of 7.3/10 based on 49 votes.

What is the budget and revenue of Ransom for a Dead Man?

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

Who composed the soundtrack for Ransom for a Dead Man?

The soundtrack was composed by Universal Television. You can listen to it on music streaming platforms.

Where was Ransom for a Dead Man filmed?

Ransom for a Dead Man was filmed in multiple locations worldwide. You can find official filming locations on IMDb.

How long is Ransom for a Dead Man?

The total runtime of Ransom for a Dead Man is 95 minutes.

Is Ransom for a Dead Man suitable for kids?

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

Will there be a sequel to Ransom for a Dead Man?

There is no official announcement yet for a sequel to Ransom for a Dead Man.

Does Ransom for a Dead Man have a post-credit scene?

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

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