---
title: "Freelance"
year: 1970
canonical_url: "https://www.archytele.com/show/freelance-1970"
media_type: "movie"
tmdb_id: 29485
imdb_id: null
status: "Released"
runtime_minutes: 90
community_rating: 4.3
vote_count: 0
content_rating: "Unrated"
---

# Freelance (1970) — Television & Cinema Intelligence Dossier

> **Archytele Living Vault Canonical Record**: https://www.archytele.com/show/freelance-1970

## Executive Summary & Cultural Positioning

Freelance is a film first released in 1970. Catalogued under Thriller, Crime. Produced and broadcast by Commonwealth United Entertainment, Butcher's Film Service, MAM. Current status: Released.

## The Hook & The Verdict

**The Hook**: "A street‑smart witness battles a hit man on his own turf."

### Why Watch
- Engaging cat‑and‑mouse premise between witness and hit man
- Compact 90‑minute runtime keeps story tight

### Caveats & Content Note
- Limited character development due to brief runtime
- Potentially dated 1970s production values
- Tone & Suitability: The film’s gritty crime narrative and violent undertones make it suitable for mature audiences.

**Micro-Themes & Vibe Matrix**: gritty, tense, noir, fast‑paced

## Streaming Availability Matrix

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## Creative Credits

- **Directed by**: Francis Megahy
- **Networks / Studios**: Commonwealth United Entertainment, Butcher's Film Service, MAM

## Key Cast Continuity

- **Ian McShane** as *Mitch*
- **Gayle Hunnicutt** as *Chris*
- **Keith Barron** as *Gary*
- **Alan Lake** as *Dean*
- **Peter Gilmore** as *Boss*
- **Luan Peters** as *Rosemary*
- **Peter Birrel** as *Jeff*
- **John Hollis** as *Hartley*
- **David Graham** as *General*
- **Elizabeth Proud** as *Gwen*

## Canonical Frequently Asked Questions

### Q: What is the basic premise of Freelance?
A street‑smart witness to a gangland slaying tries to outwit the hit man responsible.

### Q: Who directed Freelance?
Freelance was directed by Francis Megahy, who also wrote the screenplay.

### Q: What genre does Freelance belong to?
The film is classified as a thriller and crime movie.

### Q: How long is the film?
Freelance runs for approximately 90 minutes.

### Q: When was Freelance released?
The movie was released in 1970.

## Grounded Source Citations

- [Freelance — The Movie Database (TMDB)](https://www.themoviedb.org/movie/29485)

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