Ransom for a Dead Man
A brilliant attorney gets rid of her boring husband by faking his kidnapping and keeping the ransom. The FBI may be fooled, but not Columbo.
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Can I watch Ransom for a Dead Man in United States? Yes — you can stream Ransom for a Dead Man in United States on Peacock Premium, Peacock Premium Plus, and Fandango at Home Free, or rent and buy it on Amazon Video and Apple TV Store.
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About Ransom for a Dead Man
Ransom for a Dead Man is a 1972 English-language drama, mystery and tv movie film directed by Richard Irving. The cast is led by Peter Falk, Lee Grant, John Fink. It has a runtime of 1h 35m. Viewers rate it 7.4/10 across 100 ratings. In United States, it is currently streaming on Peacock Premium, Peacock Premium Plus, Fandango at Home Free.
Ransom for a Dead Man was produced by Universal Television and made in United States of America. It was released on October 9, 1972.
- Director
- Richard Irving
- Writers
- Richard Levinson, William Link
- Release date
- October 9, 1972
- Original language
- English
- Status
- Released
- Country
- United States of America
- Production
- Universal Television
Ransom for a Dead Man cast & crew
Ransom for a Dead Man was directed by Richard Irving and written by Richard Levinson and William Link.
The cast features Peter Falk as Columbo, Lee Grant as Leslie Williams, John Fink as Michael Clark, Harold Gould as Agent Carlson, Patricia Mattick as Margaret Williams, and Paul Carr as Hammond.
Behind the camera, the score was composed by Billy Goldenberg, cinematography is by Lionel Lindon, and it was produced by Dean Hargrove and Richard Irving.
Is Ransom for a Dead Man worth watching?
Ransom for a Dead Man holds an audience score of 7.4/10 from 61 ratings, marking it as well-reviewed drama films.
At 1h 35m, it's an easy, time-light watch.
If you enjoy drama, mystery, and tv movie, Ransom for a Dead Man is worth a place on your watchlist.
How and where to watch Ransom for a Dead Man
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Cast of Ransom for a Dead Man
Peter Falk
Columbo
Lee Grant
Leslie Williams
John Fink
Michael Clark
Harold Gould
Agent Carlson
Patricia Mattick
Margaret Williams
Paul Carr
Hammond
Jed Allan
Phil
Charles Macaulay
Richard
Hank Brandt
Attorney
Jean Byron
Pat
Richard Roat
Perkins
Norma Connolly
Celia
Ransom for a Dead Man — FAQs
▸Where can I watch Ransom for a Dead Man in United States?
Ransom for a Dead Man is streaming on Peacock Premium, Peacock Premium Plus, Fandango at Home Free in United States.
▸Is Ransom for a Dead Man on Peacock Premium?
Yes — Ransom for a Dead Man is currently available on Peacock Premium in United States.
▸What language is Ransom for a Dead Man in?
Ransom for a Dead Man is originally in English. Subtitle and dub options vary by streaming service.
▸How long is Ransom for a Dead Man?
Ransom for a Dead Man runs 1 hours 35 minutes (95 minutes).
▸What is Ransom for a Dead Man rated?
It holds a 7.4/10 audience score from 61 ratings.
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