---
title: "Ironside"
year: 1967
canonical_url: "https://www.archytele.com/show/ironside-1967-2"
media_type: "movie"
tmdb_id: 377718
imdb_id: null
status: "Released"
runtime_minutes: 98
community_rating: 6.0
vote_count: 0
content_rating: "Unrated"
---

# Ironside (1967) — Television & Cinema Intelligence Dossier

> **Archytele Living Vault Canonical Record**: https://www.archytele.com/show/ironside-1967-2

## Executive Summary & Cultural Positioning

Ironside is a film first released in 1967. Catalogued under Crime, Drama, TV Movie. Produced and broadcast by Universal Television, Harbour Productions Unlimited. Current status: Released.

## The Hook & The Verdict

**The Hook**: "A tough-talking San Francisco chief of detectives is left paraplegic after a murder attempt."

### Why Watch
- Engaging crime investigation plot
- Compelling protagonist

### Caveats & Content Note
- Contains violent themes of attempted murder
- Tone & Suitability: The story deals with violence including a shooting and attempted murder.

**Micro-Themes & Vibe Matrix**: gritty, investigative, suspenseful

## Streaming Availability Matrix

Direct streaming licensing updates dynamically. Consult the live tracking interface at https://www.archytele.com/show/ironside-1967-2#watch.

## Creative Credits

- **Directed by**: James Goldstone
- **Networks / Studios**: Universal Television, Harbour Productions Unlimited

## Key Cast Continuity

- **Raymond Burr** as *Robert Ironside*
- **Geraldine Brooks** as *Honor Thompson*
- **Wally Cox** as *Scoutmaster*
- **Kim Darby** as *Ellen Wells*
- **David Sheiner** as *Doctor*
- **Lilia Skala** as *Sister Agatha*
- **Gene Lyons** as *Police Commissioner Dennis Randall*
- **Don Galloway** as *Det. Sgt. Ed Brown*
- **Barbara Anderson** as *Eve Whitfield*
- **Don Mitchell** as *Mark Sanger*

## Canonical Frequently Asked Questions

### Q: Who is the main character?
The main character is Robert Ironside, the city's hard-nosed chief of detectives.

### Q: What happens to Robert Ironside?
He is shot and left for dead while vacationing, which leaves him a paraplegic.

### Q: Can he still investigate crimes?
Yes, he gets permission to continue investigating criminal cases as a citizen volunteer.

### Q: Who assists him in his investigations?
He is assisted by two former protegees, Det. Sgt. Ed Brown and Officer Eve Whitfield.

### Q: Where does the story take place?
The events take place in San Francisco and at a rural retreat.

## Grounded Source Citations

- [Ironside — The Movie Database (TMDB)](https://www.themoviedb.org/movie/377718)
- [Ironside (1967 TV series) - Wikipedia](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ironside_(1967_TV_series))
- [Ironside (TV Series 1967–1975) - IMDb](https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0061266)
- [Ironside (1967) | ČSFD.cz](https://www.csfd.cz/film/70331-ironside/prehled/)
- [Ironside - Where to Watch and Stream - TV Guide](https://www.tvguide.com/tvshows/ironside/1000231757/)
- [Ironside (1967, seriál) - FDb.cz](https://www.fdb.cz/serial/64519-ironside)

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*Generated by Archytele Open Intelligence Systems. Data verified against TMDB and JustWatch APIs.*