Call Northside 777
1948, English. Directed by Henry Hathaway.
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. 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.
- Runtime
- 1h 51m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
- Rated
- NR
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Popcorn Flick
Fun if you don’t overthink it.
6.7/10 from 184 TMDB viewer ratings.
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Call Northside 777 isn’t on a subscription OTT platform in India, but you can rent it or buy it online.
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Cast & crew
- Henry HathawayDirector
- James StewartP.J. 'Jim' McNeal
- Richard ConteFrank W. Wiecek
- Lee J. CobbBrian Kelly
- Helen WalkerLaura McNeal
- Betty GardeWanda Skutnik
- Kasia OrzazewskiTillie Wiecek
- Joanne De BerghHelen Wiecek
- Howard SmithK.L. Palmer
- Moroni OlsenParole Board Chairman
- John McIntireSam Faxon
- Paul HarveyMartin J. Burns
- Robert AdlerTaxicab Driver (uncredited)
Details
- Released
- 13 February 1948
- Country
- United States of America
- Written by
- Jerome Cady, Jay Dratler
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What Call Northside 777 is based on
Call Northside 777 is based on a true story.
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Call Northside 777: quick answers
Is Call Northside 777 worth watching?
Our verdict is Popcorn Flick: Fun if you don’t overthink it. It scores 6.7/10 from 184 TMDB viewer ratings.
How long is Call Northside 777?
Call Northside 777 runs 111 minutes (1h 51m).
Does Call Northside 777 have a post-credits scene?
None is listed for Call Northside 777. Viewers tag these on TMDB, so a brand-new film may not be tagged yet.
Call Northside 777 parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
Call Northside 777 is rated NR in India. Check the rating guidance before watching with young children.
Which OTT platform is Call Northside 777 on?
Call Northside 777 isn’t on a subscription OTT platform in India, but you can rent it or buy it online. (Checked 10 November 2026.)
What movies are like Call Northside 777?
If you liked Call Northside 777, try The Wrong Man, Knock on Any Door, Witness to Murder.
Who directed Call Northside 777?
Call Northside 777 (1948) was directed by Henry Hathaway and stars James Stewart, Richard Conte, Lee J. Cobb.
What is Call Northside 777 based on?
Call Northside 777 is based on a true story.