Call Northside 777 (1948)
It couldn't happen... but it did!
Storyline
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. McNeal to look into the case. For some time, McNeal 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 |
|---|---|
| Release date | Feb 13, 1948 |
| Status | Released |
| Keywords | based on true story, chicago, illinois, police corruption, wrongful conviction, justice, newspaper reporter, classified ad, murder case, photographic evidence, perjury, murdered cop, state penitentiary |
FAQ
What is Call Northside 777 about?
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. McNeal to look into the case. For some time, McNeal continues to believe Frank guilty. But when he starts to change his mind, he meets increased resistance from authorities unwilling to be proved wrong.
When was Call Northside 777 released?
Call Northside 777 was released on Feb 13, 1948 (status: Released).
Who directed Call Northside 777?
Henry Hathaway directed Call Northside 777.
What is the TMDB rating of Call Northside 777?
Call Northside 777 has a TMDB rating of 6.7/10 from 181 votes.