Movie

The Killing of Randy Webster

★ 6.0(6)19811h 40m

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Good to know

Director: Sam Wanamaker
Release date: 1981-03-11
Runtime: 1h 40m
Language: English
Status: Released
Country: United States of America
Studio: Roger Gimbel Productions

About The Killing of Randy Webster

The Killing of Randy Webster is a 1981 movie in the Drama and TV Movie genres, directed by Sam Wanamaker, starring Hal Holbrook, Dixie Carter and James Whitmore Jr.. It has a runtime of 1 hour 40 minutes. It holds an average rating of 6.0/10 from 6 viewers. Below you can see where to watch The Killing of Randy Webster in Canada — across streaming, rental and purchase options — along with the full cast, trailer and viewer reviews.

Synopsis

When his teenage son is shot by the Houston police following a stolen van chase, his father undertakes a tireless investigation into the truth and uncovers the fact that the gun found with the boy's body was a "throwdown," a weapon planted by the cops.

Cast

Hal Holbrook

John Webster

Dixie Carter

Billie Webster

James Whitmore Jr.

Officer Vane

Jennifer Jason Leigh

Amy Wheeler

Nancy Malone

Lois Carter

Gary McCleery

Randy Webster

Barry Corbin

Nick Hanson

Richard Beauchamp

Carlos Vega

Dennis Redfield

Officer A.D. Jakes

John Dennis Johnston

Officer Bob Draxel

Sondra Blake

May Wheeler

Sean Penn

Don Fremont

Themes & keywords

police corruptiongrand theft autogrieving parentsplanted evidence

Frequently asked questions

Where can I watch The Killing of Randy Webster in Canada?+

The Killing of Randy Webster is not currently listed on any streaming, rental or purchase service in Canada. Availability changes often, so check back or switch your region.

Is The Killing of Randy Webster on Netflix?+

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How long is The Killing of Randy Webster?+

The Killing of Randy Webster has a runtime of 1 hour 40 minutes (100 minutes).

Who stars in The Killing of Randy Webster?+

The Killing of Randy Webster stars Hal Holbrook, Dixie Carter, James Whitmore Jr., Jennifer Jason Leigh and Nancy Malone.

When did The Killing of Randy Webster come out?+

The Killing of Randy Webster is a 1981 movie directed by Sam Wanamaker.

What genre is The Killing of Randy Webster?+

The Killing of Randy Webster is Drama and TV Movie film.

Who directed The Killing of Randy Webster?+

The Killing of Randy Webster was directed by Sam Wanamaker.