The Killing of Randy Webster (1981)
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.
Director: Sam Wanamaker
Genre: Drama, TV Movie
Runtime: 100 min
Release Date: March 11, 1981
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
Screenplay
Music: Peter Matz
Cinematography: Jules Brenner
Editing: Howard Deane
Production: Roger Gimbel Productions, EMI Television, Heller/Gutwillig Productions
Country: United States of America
Language: English
Original Language: en
Keywords
police corruption, grand theft auto, grieving parents, planted evidence
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Frequently Asked Questions
- What is The Killing of Randy Webster about?
- 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.
- Who directed The Killing of Randy Webster?
- The Killing of Randy Webster was directed by Sam Wanamaker.
- Who stars in The Killing of Randy Webster?
- The Killing of Randy Webster stars Hal Holbrook, Dixie Carter, James Whitmore Jr., Jennifer Jason Leigh, Nancy Malone, Gary McCleery.
- How long is The Killing of Randy Webster?
- The Killing of Randy Webster has a runtime of 1h 40m (100 minutes).
- What genre is The Killing of Randy Webster?
- The Killing of Randy Webster is a Drama, TV Movie film.
- Where was The Killing of Randy Webster produced?
- The Killing of Randy Webster was produced in United States of America.