The True Story of Lynn Stuart
“"I DON'T DARE SHOW MY FACE!"”
Synopsis
When the nephews of Phyllis Carter are killed in an automobile crash while under the influence of narcotics, she persuades Police Lieutenant Jim Hahan to use her as an undercover agent.
Top Cast
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Betsy Palmer
Phyllis Carter / Lynn Stuart
Jack Lord
Willie Down
Barry Atwater
Jim Hagan
John Anderson
Doc
Harry Jackson
Jerry Jackson / Wilbur Stuart
Gavin MacLeod
Turk
Richard Bull
Customs Officer (uncredited)
Rita Duncan
Sue Diggins (uncredited)
Claudia Bryar
Nora Efron (uncredited)
Don Devlin
The Kid (uncredited)
Art Lewis
Gus (uncredited)
Karl Lukas
Hal Bruck (uncredited)
Release History & Theatrical Window
March 3, 1958
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Lewis Seiler
- Screenplay & Story
- John Kneubuhl
- Original Title
- The True Story of Lynn Stuart
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 18m
- Production Studios
- Columbia Pictures
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Lewis Seiler
John Kneubuhl
Burnett Guffey
Saul A. Goodkind
Bryan Foy
Department Leadership Roster
Lewis Seiler
Director
Burnett Guffey
Director of Photography
John Kneubuhl
Screenplay
Bryan Foy
Producer
Saul A. Goodkind
Editor
Production Stills & Gallery
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Frequently Asked Questions About The True Story of Lynn Stuart
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What is The True Story of Lynn Stuart about?
When the nephews of Phyllis Carter are killed in an automobile crash while under the influence of narcotics, she persuades Police Lieutenant Jim Hahan to use her as an undercover agent.
Who directed The True Story of Lynn Stuart?
The True Story of Lynn Stuart was directed by Lewis Seiler.
Who stars in The True Story of Lynn Stuart?
The principal cast of The True Story of Lynn Stuart includes Betsy Palmer, Jack Lord, Barry Atwater, John Anderson, Harry Jackson.
When was The True Story of Lynn Stuart released and how long is it?
The True Story of Lynn Stuart was released in 1958 with a total runtime of 1h 18m.