Beyond the Call 1996
- Status
- Released
- Runtime
- 101 minutes
- Director
- Tony Bill
- Networks
- Hallmark Entertainment, Barnstorm Films, Chris/Rose Productions
- Where to Stream
- fuboTV, Cineverse, Howdy Amazon Channel
What is Beyond the Call?
Topic: Film "Beyond the Call" (1996). Role: Meticulous television and film archivist.
- Type
- Film
- Year
- 1996
- Status
- Released
- Runtime
- 101 minutes
- Release date
- Jun 23, 1996
- Original language
- EN
- Origin
- United States of America, Canada
- Studios
- Hallmark Entertainment, Barnstorm Films, Chris/Rose Productions
- Genres
- Drama, TV Movie
- Updated
At a glance
- Rating
- ★ TMDB users: 6.5/10 from 6 votes
- Episode runtime
- ~101 minutes
- Status
- Released
- Networks
- Hallmark Entertainment, Barnstorm Films, Chris/Rose Productions
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Title: Beyond the Call
Year: 1996
Release Date (US): 06/23/1996
Genre: Drama and TV Movie
Runtime: 1h 41m
Rating: R
Director: Tony Bill
Cast: Sissy Spacek, David Strathairn, Arliss Howard, Janet Wright.
Plot:
Russell Gates (David Strathairn) is a Vietnam vet on death row for killing a policeman.
Pam O'Brien (Sissy Spacek) is his childhood sweetheart.
Pam is stunned to learn of the crime and does not believe he committed it.
Pam writes to him.
Her husband, Keith, is dismayed by this.
Pam becomes obsessed with the case, exploring every avenue for the man.
Trips to the prison affect her marriage and family.
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“A gripping exploration of drama and tv movie that commands attention through bold storytelling and immersive performances.”
- Masterfully balances sharp character dynamics with escalating narrative tension.
- High production value and confident direction keep each chapter visually arresting.
- Rich thematic depth offers plenty of reward for attentive viewers.
- Deliberate pacing requires patient investment before the overarching mystery unravels.
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Is Beyond the Call worth watching?
Beyond the Call holds a community rating of 6.5/10 based on 6 verified viewer ratings. It offers engaging Drama, TV Movie for fans of the genre.
How long is the movie Beyond the Call and when was it released?
Beyond the Call is a feature film with a runtime of 101 minutes. It was released in 1996. Release status: Released.
Who directed Beyond the Call?
Beyond the Call was directed by Tony Bill.
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