---
title: "Number One"
year: 1969
canonical_url: "https://www.archytele.com/show/number-one-1969"
media_type: "movie"
tmdb_id: 88504
imdb_id: "tt0064743"
status: "Released"
runtime_minutes: 100
community_rating: 4.9
vote_count: 12
content_rating: "Unrated"
---

# Number One (1969) — Television & Cinema Intelligence Dossier

> **Archytele Living Vault Canonical Record**: https://www.archytele.com/show/number-one-1969

## Executive Summary & Cultural Positioning

Topic: Film "Number One" (1969).
Goal: Factual, original 150-190 word overview.
Constraints:
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No invented titles, names, dates, counts, awards, ratings, etc.
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Word count: 150-190 words.
Title: Number One
Year: 1969
Release Date (US): 08/21/1969
Genre: Drama
Runtime: 1h 40m
Synopsis: A former football hero cannot accept his career is over. He loses himself in alcohol and women.
Tagline: When you're number one there's only one way to go... down.
Note: Source [2] is about Michael Mann and crime films, it does not mention the film "Number One" (1969). I must ignore it for the overview of the specific film.
Fact 1: Title is Number One.
Fact 2: Released in the US on 08/21/1969.
Fact 3: Genre is Drama.
Fact 4: Runtime is 1h 40m.
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## The Hook & The Verdict

## 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, Rakuten Viki, Tubi TV | Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies |
| **United Kingdom (GB)** | None | None | Apple TV Store, Amazon Video, Google Play Movies |
| **Canada (CA)** | None | Tubi TV, Rakuten Viki | Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube |
| **Australia (AU)** | None | None | Apple TV Store, Amazon Video |

## Creative Credits

- **Directed by**: Tom Gries
- **Networks / Studios**: Walter Seltzer Productions, United Artists

## Key Cast Continuity

- **Charlton Heston** as *Ron "Cat" Catlan*
- **Jessica Walter** as *Julie Catlan*
- **Bruce Dern** as *Richie Fowler*
- **John Randolph** as *Coach James Southerd*
- **Diana Muldaur** as *Ann Marley*
- **G.D. Spradlin** as *Doctor Tristler*
- **Steve Franken** as *Robin*
- **Al Hirt** as *Himself*
- **Bart Burns** as *Coach Davis*
- **Mike Henry** as *Walt Chaffee*

## Canonical Frequently Asked Questions

### Q: Where can I stream or watch Number One online?
Number One is currently available to watch or stream on Amazon Prime Video, fuboTV, MGM+ Amazon Channel, Philo. Check our live regional availability tracker above for latest direct streaming, subscription, rent, or purchase options.

### Q: Is Number One worth watching?
Number One holds a community rating of 4.9/10 based on 12 verified viewer ratings. It offers engaging Drama for fans of the genre.

### Q: How long is the movie Number One and when was it released?
Number One is a feature film with a runtime of 100 minutes. It was released in 1969. Release status: Released.

### Q: Who directed Number One?
Number One was directed by Tom Gries.

## Grounded Source Citations

- [Number One — The Movie Database (TMDB)](https://www.themoviedb.org/movie/88504)
- [Number one with a bullet | Crime films](http://www.theguardian.com/film/2009/jun/26/interview-michael-mann-public-enemies)

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