The Ransom of Red Chief
Based upon a famous O. Henry short story, two crooks think they have an opportunity to make a quick buck by kidnapping a rich man's son. Ironically, the hostage takers become the hostages as they pay through the nose becoming the butts of the kid's stunts.
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Movie Details
- Original Title: The Ransom of Red Chief
- Genres: Comedy, TV Movie
- Release Date: 1959-08-16
- Runtime: 26 minutes
- Rating: 10/10 (1 votes)
- Budget: $0
- Revenue: $0
- Production Companies: NBC
- Status: Released
- Popularity: 0.2257
- Languages: English
Cast & Crew
William Bendix
as Bill Driscoll
Russell Collins
as Dorset
Hans Conried
as Sam Snyder
Teddy Rooney
as Johnny
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is The Ransom of Red Chief?▼
The Ransom of Red Chief is a Comedy, TV Movie movie directed by . It was released on 1959-08-16.
Who are the main actors in The Ransom of Red Chief?▼
The main cast includes William Bendix, Russell Collins, Hans Conried, Teddy Rooney, .
Where can I watch The Ransom of Red Chief online?▼
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Is The Ransom of Red Chief based on a true story?▼
No official confirmation about it being based on a true story.
What is the IMDb rating of The Ransom of Red Chief?▼
The Ransom of Red Chief has an IMDb rating of 10/10 based on 1 votes.
What is the budget and revenue of The Ransom of Red Chief?▼
The movie had a production budget of $0 and earned $0 at the box office.
Who composed the soundtrack for The Ransom of Red Chief?▼
The soundtrack was composed by NBC. You can listen to it on music streaming platforms.
Where was The Ransom of Red Chief filmed?▼
The Ransom of Red Chief was filmed in multiple locations worldwide. You can find official filming locations on IMDb.
How long is The Ransom of Red Chief?▼
The total runtime of The Ransom of Red Chief is 26 minutes.
Is The Ransom of Red Chief suitable for kids?▼
The movie is rated Released. Please check parental guidelines before watching.
Will there be a sequel to The Ransom of Red Chief?▼
There is no official announcement yet for a sequel to The Ransom of Red Chief.
Does The Ransom of Red Chief have a post-credit scene?▼
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