Movie

Calling Dr. Gillespie

“The Case of the Trainwhistle Murderer!”

★ 7.0(7)19421h 29m

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Good to know

Director: Harold S. Bucquet
Release date: 1942-08-01
Runtime: 1h 29m
Language: English
Status: Released
Country: United States of America
Studio: Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer
Part of: Dr. Kildare Collection

About Calling Dr. Gillespie

Calling Dr. Gillespie is a 1942 movie in the Drama, Thriller and Comedy genres, directed by Harold S. Bucquet, starring Lionel Barrymore, Philip Dorn and Donna Reed. It has a runtime of 1 hour 29 minutes. It holds an average rating of 7.0/10 from 7 viewers. Below you can see where to watch Calling Dr. Gillespie in Canada — across streaming, rental and purchase options — along with the full cast, trailer and viewer reviews.

Synopsis

Dr. Kildare's friend Dr. Gillespie is called in to investigate when a young man suffering from mental problems disappears on a killing spree.

Cast

Lionel Barrymore

Dr. Leonard Gillespie

Philip Dorn

Dr. John Hunter Gerniede

Donna Reed

Marcia Bradburn

Phil Brown

Roy Todwell

Nat Pendleton

Joe Weyman

Alma Kruger

Molly Byrd

Mary Nash

Emma Hope

Walter Kingsford

Dr. Carew

Nell Craig

Nosey Parker

Ruth Tobey

Susan Prentiss

Jonathan Hale

Frank M. Todwell

Charles Dingle

Dr. Ward O. Kenwood

Themes & keywords

nursedoctormental illnesscrime wave

Frequently asked questions

Where can I watch Calling Dr. Gillespie in Canada?+

Calling Dr. Gillespie is not currently listed on any streaming, rental or purchase service in Canada. Availability changes often, so check back or switch your region.

Is Calling Dr. Gillespie on Netflix?+

Calling Dr. Gillespie is not on Netflix in Canada right now.

How long is Calling Dr. Gillespie?+

Calling Dr. Gillespie has a runtime of 1 hour 29 minutes (89 minutes).

Who stars in Calling Dr. Gillespie?+

Calling Dr. Gillespie stars Lionel Barrymore, Philip Dorn, Donna Reed, Phil Brown and Nat Pendleton.

When did Calling Dr. Gillespie come out?+

Calling Dr. Gillespie is a 1942 movie directed by Harold S. Bucquet.

What genre is Calling Dr. Gillespie?+

Calling Dr. Gillespie is Drama, Thriller, Comedy and Crime film.

Who directed Calling Dr. Gillespie?+

Calling Dr. Gillespie was directed by Harold S. Bucquet.