Movie

The Private Files of J. Edgar Hoover

“The files that escaped the shredder have become an incredible motion picture.”

★ 5.1(15)19771h 52m

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Good to know

Director: Larry Cohen
Release date: 1977-12-01
Runtime: 1h 52m
Language: English
Status: Released
Country: United States of America
Studio: Larco Productions

The Private Files of J. Edgar Hoover — trailer

About The Private Files of J. Edgar Hoover

The Private Files of J. Edgar Hoover is a 1977 movie in the Drama and History genres, directed by Larry Cohen, starring Broderick Crawford, James Wainwright and Michael Parks. It has a runtime of 1 hour 52 minutes. It holds an average rating of 5.1/10 from 15 viewers. Below you can see where to watch The Private Files of J. Edgar Hoover in Norway — across streaming, rental and purchase options — along with the full cast, trailer and viewer reviews.

Synopsis

The story of J. Edgar Hoover, head of the FBI from 1924-1972, following his racket-busting days through his reign under eight US presidents.

Cast

Broderick Crawford

J. Edgar Hoover

James Wainwright

Young Hoover

Michael Parks

Robert F. Kennedy

José Ferrer

Lionel McCoy

Celeste Holm

Florence Hollister

Rip Torn

Dwight Webb

Dan Dailey

Clyde Tolson

Ronee Blakley

Carrie DeWitt

Howard Da Silva

Pres. Franklin D. Roosevelt

John Marley

Dave Hindley

Michael Sacks

Melvin Purvis

Raymond St. Jacques

Martin Luther King

Themes & keywords

fbibiographypresidentwatergate

Frequently asked questions

Where can I watch The Private Files of J. Edgar Hoover in Norway?+

The Private Files of J. Edgar Hoover is not currently listed on any streaming, rental or purchase service in Norway. Availability changes often, so check back or switch your region.

Is The Private Files of J. Edgar Hoover on Netflix?+

The Private Files of J. Edgar Hoover is not on Netflix in Norway right now.

How long is The Private Files of J. Edgar Hoover?+

The Private Files of J. Edgar Hoover has a runtime of 1 hour 52 minutes (112 minutes).

Who stars in The Private Files of J. Edgar Hoover?+

The Private Files of J. Edgar Hoover stars Broderick Crawford, James Wainwright, Michael Parks, José Ferrer and Celeste Holm.

When did The Private Files of J. Edgar Hoover come out?+

The Private Files of J. Edgar Hoover is a 1977 movie directed by Larry Cohen.

What genre is The Private Files of J. Edgar Hoover?+

The Private Files of J. Edgar Hoover is Drama and History film.

Who directed The Private Files of J. Edgar Hoover?+

The Private Files of J. Edgar Hoover was directed by Larry Cohen.