The Longest Night
NR
6.7
1972
1 hr 14 min
Drama
, TV Movie
The daughter of a wealthy family is kidnapped and imprisoned underground in a custom-built, ventilated coffin while her family and the police search for her. But the battery that powers the ventilation is running out of juice and the ransom drop has been botched. This movie was originally shown as an ABC Movie of the Week on September 12, 1972. The story is based on the 1968 kidnapping of Barbara Mackle by Gary Krist.
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- Cast:
- David Janssen , James Farentino , Phyllis Thaxter , Skye Aubrey , Mike Farrell , Joel Fabiani , Richard Anderson
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Reviews
Some things I liked some I did not.
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not horrible nor great
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It is not only a funny movie, but it allows a great amount of joy for anyone who watches it.
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The movie's not perfect, but it sticks the landing of its message. It was engaging - thrilling at times - and I personally thought it was a great time.
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