Storyline
Based upon a famous O. Henry short story, two crooks think they have an opportunity to make a quick buck by kidnapping a rich man's son. Ironically, the hostage takers become the hostages as they pay through the nose becoming the butts of the kid's stunts.
Key Information
Cast & Crew
William Bendix
Bill Driscoll
Russell Collins
Dorset
Hans Conried
Sam Snyder
Teddy Rooney
Johnny
Frequently Asked Questions
The Ransom of Red Chief was released on August 16, 1959.
The runtime of The Ransom of Red Chief is 26m.
The Ransom of Red Chief is a Comedy, TV Movie movie.
The Ransom of Red Chief has a rating of 10.0 out of 10 on TMDB.
The Ransom of Red Chief is available to watch. Check streaming platforms and theaters near you.
The Ransom of Red Chief was directed by Alvin Rakoff.
The main cast of The Ransom of Red Chief includes William Bendix, Russell Collins, Hans Conried.
The Ransom of Red Chief is originally in English.