---
title: "Fuzz"
year: 1972
canonical_url: "https://www.archytele.com/show/fuzz-1972"
media_type: "movie"
tmdb_id: 4986
imdb_id: "tt0068617"
status: "Released"
runtime_minutes: 93
community_rating: 5.5
vote_count: 51
content_rating: "PG"
---

# Fuzz (1972) — Television & Cinema Intelligence Dossier

> **Archytele Living Vault Canonical Record**: https://www.archytele.com/show/fuzz-1972

## Executive Summary & Cultural Positioning

Fuzz is a 1972 American crime action comedy film directed by Richard A. Colla that runs for 1 hour and 33 minutes. The story follows police in Boston as they search for a mad bomber trying to extort money from the city.

Culturally, the film is notable for its ensemble cast featuring Burt Reynolds, Yul Brynner, Raquel Welch, Tom Skerritt, and Jack Weston, and it was moderately popular in theaters in 1972 largely because Burt Reynolds had recently posed for Cosmopolitan magazine. It blends comedy, crime, and drama elements with a PG rating.

## The Hook & The Verdict

**The Hook**: "Boston police hunt an extortionist mad bomber in this 1972 comedy-thriller."

### Why Watch
- Features a cast starring Burt Reynolds, Yul Brynner, Raquel Welch, Tom Skerritt, and Jack Weston.
- Combines elements of comedy, crime, drama, and action in a 1972 release.
- Provides a comedic and dramatic look inside a police precinct.

### Caveats & Content Note
- It holds a 16 percent Tomatometer rating on Rotten Tomatoes.
- Tone & Suitability: Fuzz is a 1972 comedy, crime, and drama film with a runtime of 1 hour and 33 minutes, carrying a PG rating.

**Micro-Themes & Vibe Matrix**: #boston-police, #mad-bomber, #extortion-plot, #ensemble-cast, #crime-comedy

## Streaming Availability Matrix

| Region | Stream (Subscription) | Free / Ads | Rent / Buy |
| :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- |
| **United States (US)** | Amazon Prime Video, fuboTV, MGM+ Amazon Channel, Philo, MGM Plus Roku Premium Channel, MGM Plus, Amazon Prime Video with Ads | The Roku Channel, Tubi TV | None |
| **United Kingdom (GB)** | Amazon Prime Video, Amazon Prime Video with Ads | None | None |
| **Canada (CA)** | Amazon Prime Video, Amazon Prime Video with Ads | Tubi TV | None |
| **Australia (AU)** | Amazon Prime Video, Amazon Prime Video with Ads | None | None |

## Creative Credits

- **Directed by**: Richard A. Colla
- **Networks / Studios**: Filmways Pictures, Javelin Pictures

## Key Cast Continuity

- **Burt Reynolds** as *Det. Steve Carella*
- **Jack Weston** as *Det. Meyer Meyer*
- **Tom Skerritt** as *Det. Bert Kling*
- **Raquel Welch** as *Det. Eileen McHenry*
- **James McEachin** as *Det. Arthur Brown*
- **Steve Ihnat** as *Det. Andy Parker*
- **Dan Frazer** as *Lt. Byrnes*
- **Bert Remsen** as *Sgt. Murchison*
- **Stewart Moss** as *Det. Hal Willis*
- **H. Benny Markowitz** as *Patrolman Levine*

## Canonical Frequently Asked Questions

### Q: Where can I stream Fuzz (1972)?
Streaming availability is listed on platforms like The Movie Database (TMDB) under their Now Streaming section.

### Q: Is Fuzz (1972) worth watching?
The film features a notable ensemble cast and blends comedy and crime, though it holds a 16 percent Tomatometer score on Rotten Tomatoes.

### Q: What is the binge duration for Fuzz?
The film has a runtime of 1 hour and 33 minutes.

### Q: Are there essential episodes to watch for Fuzz?
Fuzz is a feature film rather than a television series, so it does not have episodes.

## Grounded Source Citations

- [Fuzz — The Movie Database (TMDB)](https://www.themoviedb.org/movie/4986)
- [Fuzz (1972) - Full cast & crew - IMDb](https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0068617/fullcredits/)
- [Fuzz (film) - Wikipedia](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Fuzz_(film))
- [Fuzz (1972) - Cast & Crew — The Movie Database (TMDB)](https://www.themoviedb.org/movie/4986-fuzz/cast)
- [Fuzz (1972) Full Cast & Crew - Plex](https://watch.plex.tv/movie/fuzz/credits)
- [Watch Fuzz (1972) - Free Movies | Tubi](https://tubitv.com/movies/100061661/fuzz)

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