Dial Red O
“THE WAY SHE LOVED ONE MAN...Became a murder rap for another!”
Synopsis
The first of the five films where Bill Elliott played a detective lieutenant in the L.A Sheriff's department, Dial Red "O" (the correct title with the number 0 (zero), as on a telephone dial, shown in ") opens with war-torn veteran Ralph Wyatt getting word that his wife is divorcing him, and he flees the psychiatric ward of the veteran's hospital, wanting to talk to her. His escape touches off an all-out manhunt, led by Lieutenant Andy Flynn of the sheriff's department.
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Top Cast
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Bill Elliott
Andy Flynn / Andy Doyle
Helene Stanley
Connie Wyatt
Keith Larsen
Ralph Wyatt
Paul Picerni
Norman Roper
Jack Kruschen
Lloyd Lavalle
Elaine Riley
Policewoman Gloria
Robert Bice
Sgt. Tony Columbo
Rick Vallin
Deputy Clark
George Eldredge
Major Sutter
John Phillips
Deputy Morgan
Regina Gleason
Mrs. Roper
Rankin Mansfield
Coroner
Mort Mills
Newspaper Photographer
William Tannen
Devon
Shorty Rogers
Bandleader
Gregg Barton
Attendant (uncredited)
Larry J. Blake
Wayne - Waiter (uncredited)
Doyle Brooks
VA Patient (uncredited)
Release History & Theatrical Window
March 13, 1955
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Daniel B. Ullman
- Screenplay & Story
- Daniel B. Ullman
- Original Score
- Marlin Skiles
- Original Title
- Dial Red O
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 3m
- Production Studios
- Allied Artists Pictures
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Daniel B. Ullman
Daniel B. Ullman
Marlin Skiles
Ellsworth Fredericks
William Austin
Vincent M. Fennelly
Department Leadership Roster
Daniel B. Ullman
Director
Vincent M. Fennelly
Producer
Daniel B. Ullman
Screenplay
William Austin
Editor
Ellsworth Fredericks
Director of Photography
Age Classification & Content Advisories
Official viewer rating standards and content warnings across international classification boards.
NR: Not Rated — Evaluated outside standard classification boards.
International Certification Matrix
Not Rated — Evaluated outside standard classification boards.
Production Stills & Gallery
Official cinematic photography and background stills for Dial Red O.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Dial Red O
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is Dial Red O about?
The first of the five films where Bill Elliott played a detective lieutenant in the L.A Sheriff's department, Dial Red "O" (the correct title with the number 0 (zero), as on a telephone dial, shown in ") opens with war-torn veteran Ralph Wyatt getting word that his wife is divorcing him, and he flees the psychiatric ward of the veteran's hospital, wanting to talk to her. His escape touches off an all-out manhunt, led by Lieutenant Andy Flynn of the sheriff's department.
Who directed Dial Red O?
Dial Red O was directed by Daniel B. Ullman.
Who stars in Dial Red O?
The principal cast of Dial Red O includes Bill Elliott, Helene Stanley, Keith Larsen, Paul Picerni, Jack Kruschen.
When was Dial Red O released and how long is it?
Dial Red O was released in 1955 with a total runtime of 1h 3m.
Who composed the musical score for Dial Red O?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Dial Red O was composed by Marlin Skiles.
What is the age rating and content advisory for Dial Red O?
Dial Red O holds official age classifications: US: NR (Not Rated — Evaluated outside standard classification boards.).