The Longest Night
"The true and terrifying story of The Longest Night. She was kidnapped and buried alive for four agonizing days. The headlines reported it. Now you'll be chilled by it."
Originally released in 1972. The Longest Night is a drama/tv movie film. directed by Jack Smight. At just 74 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Starring David Janssen, James Farentino, and Phyllis Thaxter
Synopsis
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.
Quick Facts
Release Date
September 12, 1972
53 years ago
Runtime
1h 14m
74 minutes total
User Rating
6.3/10
Good (4 votes)
Language
English
Original language
Country
United States of America
Production
Director
Top Cast
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Production Companies
- Universal Television
Frequently Asked Questions
What is The Longest Night about?
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 ventila...
Who directed The Longest Night?
The Longest Night was directed by Jack Smight.
How long is The Longest Night?
The Longest Night has a runtime of 1 hours and 14 minutes (74 minutes total).
When was The Longest Night released?
The Longest Night was released on September 12, 1972 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in The Longest Night?
The main cast of The Longest Night includes David Janssen, James Farentino, Phyllis Thaxter, Skye Aubrey, Mike Farrell.