Color Me Dead
“Frank Bigelow is a dead man...But he won't rest easy until he finds his own murderer!”
Synopsis
A man discovers that he has been deliberately poisoned and hasn't long to live. In the short time he has left, he determines to find out who poisoned him and why. Remake of the 1950 film noir classic, D.O.A.
Top Cast
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Tom Tryon
Frank Bigelow
Carolyn Jones
Paula Gibson
Rick Jason
Bradley Taylor
Patricia Conolly
Marla Rukubian
Tony Ward
Halliday
Penny Sugg
Ms. Foster
Peter Sumner
Stanley Phillips
Sandy Harbutt
Chester
Reg Gillam
Eugene Phillips
Margo Reid
Mrs. Phillips
Moya O'Sullivan
Maid
Robert Bruning
Photographer
Stanley Walsh
Bartender
Suzy Kendall
Sue
Reginald Gilliam
Eugene Phillips
Michael Laurence
George Reynolds
John Dease
Dr. Matson
Alan Landers
Sam
Release History & Theatrical Window
December 1, 1969
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Eddie Davis
- Screenplay & Story
- Russell Rouse, Clarence Greene
- Original Score
- Bob Young
- Original Title
- Color Me Dead
- Country of Origin
- Australia
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 37m
- Production Studios
- Goldsworthy
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Eddie Davis
Russell Rouse, Clarence Greene
Bob Young
Mick von Bornemann
Warren Adams
Eddie Davis, Reginald Goldsworthy
Department Leadership Roster
Eddie Davis
Producer
Mick von Bornemann
Director of Photography
Warren Adams
Editor
Russell Rouse
Screenplay
Eddie Davis
Director
Clarence Greene
Screenplay
Peter Armstrong
Stunt Coordinator
Age Classification & Content Advisories
Official viewer rating standards and content warnings across international classification boards.
R: Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.
International Certification Matrix
Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.
Production Stills & Gallery
Official cinematic photography and background stills for Color Me Dead.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Color Me Dead
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is Color Me Dead about?
A man discovers that he has been deliberately poisoned and hasn't long to live. In the short time he has left, he determines to find out who poisoned him and why. Remake of the 1950 film noir classic, D.O.A.
Who directed Color Me Dead?
Color Me Dead was directed by Eddie Davis.
Who stars in Color Me Dead?
The principal cast of Color Me Dead includes Tom Tryon, Carolyn Jones, Rick Jason, Patricia Conolly, Tony Ward.
When was Color Me Dead released and how long is it?
Color Me Dead was released in 1969 with a total runtime of 1h 37m.
Who composed the musical score for Color Me Dead?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Color Me Dead was composed by Bob Young.
What is the age rating and content advisory for Color Me Dead?
Color Me Dead holds official age classifications: US: R (Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.).